1946 Map of Dillard

About this map

Clayton and Dillard anchor this mid-century topographic survey at the northern edge of the Chattahoochee National Forest. The landscape is defined by the sharp Tennessee Valley and the Blue Ridge divide, where the Little Tennessee River and Tallulah River draw water toward opposing watersheds. This 1946 examination details a community structured by mountain gaps and valley floors, notably at Rabun Gap, which serves as a vital corridor for both road and rail. The map provides a census of local landmarks, including the Rabun Gap Nacoochee Sch and numerous country churches like Wolf Fork Ch and Betty Creek Ch. Higher elevations are marked by family-named peaks and gaps, such as Patterson Gap and Nichols Gap, reflecting a deeply rooted settlement pattern before later modern developments. The inclusion of Reservoirs and local camps like Camp Dixie indicates the area's mid-century role as a hub for both utility and recreation.