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1961 Map of Enka

Name: 1961 Topographic Map of Enka
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1972
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1972

About this map

Enka Lake and the industrial-residential complex of Enka Village anchor the southeastern portion of this survey, reflecting the mid-century development of Buncombe County. This Tennessee Valley Authority mapping project details the transition from rural mountainous terrain to suburban clusters such as Woodside Hills and Candler Heights. The northern landscape is dominated by the ridges of Bert Mountain and Miller Mountain, separated by a network of gaps and coves like Dix Creek Gap and Deaver View Cove.

Evidence of established community life is visible through numerous institutions, including the Mount Pisgah Academy and schools like Enka High Sch. The Southern railroad line follows the course of Hominy Creek, passing through settlements such as Acton and Sand Hill. Land use patterns are further defined by the Pisgah National Forest boundary, which encompasses southern peaks like Peggy Peak and Piney Mountain.