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1958 Map of Dixon Springs

Name: 1958 Topographic Map of Dixon Springs
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1983
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1983

About this map

The Cumberland River carves a dramatic, winding path through this portion of Smith and Trousdale counties, defining a landscape of sharp oxbows and prominent bluffs. The river\'s serpentine course creates distinct geographic features such as Kennys Bend, Beasleys Bend, and Cages Bend, while numerous islands like Alexander Island and Lovells Island sit within the channel. These bends shaped the local road network, including the Beasleys Bend Road, and influenced the placement of early riverfront settlements and landings.

Upland from the river, the landscape is dotted with rural centers like Dixon Springs and Rome, alongside local landmarks such as Rock City. The map reveals a deeply established community structure through its numerous small churches and schools, such as Adams Chapel, Planketts Cr Ch, and the Union Heights Sch. Genealogists will find a high density of family-named burial grounds, including the Piper-Hughes Cem, Beasley Cem, and Kirby Cem, which are scattered throughout the hills and hollows surrounding Lick Creek and Dixon Creek.