1939 Map of Davy Crockett Lake

About this map

Staunton Mill stands near the northern boundary of this Greene County landscape, where the Richland Creek and East Fork meet the powerful Nolichucky River. The map captures a transitional era for the region, balancing agricultural tradition with institutional developments like the Experiment Station and an Orphanage near Camp Creek. The creation of Davy Crockett Lake by the Nolichucky Dam reflects the mid-century transformation of the river valley, while older footpaths like the Lonesome Pine Trail and the Appalachian Trail wind through the southern elevations of the Bald Mountains. Rural life is anchored by numerous community landmarks, including the Sunnyside Sch and Bernard Chapel, alongside small settlements such as DeBusk and Whitesand. The southern half of the sheet is dominated by the steep terrain of the Cherokee National Forest, featuring landmarks like Taylor Knob and Cutshaw Gap.