2016 Map of Elverton

About this map

Walden Ridge and the steep slopes of Coal Hill dominate this landscape near the Morgan and Roane county line. The terrain is defined by a series of parallel ridges and valleys, including Pine Ridge and Blackoak Ridge, which channel the flow of the Emory River and Poplar Creek. This intricate topography historically dictated the placement of small communities like Elverton, Coalfield, and Lawnville, often situated near gaps or along the water. The map reveals a dense distribution of family and community cemeteries, such as Massengill Spring Cem, Palko Cem, and the Slave Cem near Gallaher Shoals, providing a detailed record of the area's ancestral footprint. Industrial and transit corridors are marked by the Norfolk Southern railway and the presence of Whiteoak Lake, reflecting the region's managed waterways and rail-dependent economy.