1939 Map of Erwin
USGS Topo · Published 1972About this map
The Nolichucky River carves a dramatic path through this 1939 landscape, defining the transition between the valley floor and the heights of Buffalo Mountain. At the heart of the region, Erwin serves as a critical junction for the Clinchfield railroad, featuring extensive rail yards and supporting communities like Banner Hill and Lillydale. The map documents a blend of industrial activity and rural persistence, with a Gaging Station and Fish Hatchery situated near the water, while upland areas like Bumpus Cove reveal a network of older settlements and burial grounds including Bumpus Cove Cem.
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Editions of this 1939 Erwin Map
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Historical Maps of Erwin Through Time
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