2013 Map of Eagle Creek

About this map

Clifton Junction serves as the central hub for this portion of Wayne County, where Tennessee State Route 114 meets the winding paths of Hardin Cr. The landscape is defined by an intricate network of deep hollows named for early residents and landmarks, such as Hideout Hollow, Sheep Cave Hollow, and Keeton Hollow. This 2013 survey illustrates the rugged topography between the Dickson Bluff Ridge and Dugout Hill, revealing how modern roads like the Clifton Tpke follow the natural contours of the land. Water is a defining element of the local geography, with numerous named sources like Cave Spring, Alley Spring, and Walker Spring feeding into the larger drainage systems of Eagle Cr and Mill Cr. The presence of the Hardins Creek Fire Tower on a prominent rise overlooking the hollows highlights the enduring importance of forest management in this heavily timbered region of Middle Tennessee.