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2011 Map of Flat Rock

Name: 2011 Topographic Map of Flat Rock
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2011
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2011

About this map

Flat Rock and the surrounding Jackson County highlands are defined by a complex drainage network and notable topographic shifts as the landscape descends toward the valley. The area around Overlook serves as a central point for the local road system, while the namesake Flat Rock settlement sits near the southern edge, where the Flat Rock Bridge crosses Hogue Creek. This modern survey records the persistent rural character of the region, anchored by historical burial grounds such as Ridley Cemetery, Maxwell Cemetery, and Newby Cemetery that reflect generations of local families.

Water and terrain features dominate the eastern and western margins, from the steep drops at High Falls and Little Falls to the sprawling Fort Mountain State Park. Several small-scale dams, including the Mansel Wolf Dam and Robert Shrader Dam, indicate local water management across various branches like Gordon Branch and Highfield Creek. The map provides a clear view of the transition between plateau-like reaches and the deep incisions of Griffin Gulf and Bryant Gulf.