2016 Map of Franklin

About this map

Franklin serves as the focal point for this 2016 survey of Macon County, where the Little Tennessee River and Cartoogechaye Creek converge. The landscape is defined by the steep ridges of the Nantahala National Forest, including Trimont Mtn and Podgys Mtn. Historical land use is evident in the cluster of mill sites such as Deans Mill, Malonee Mill, and Cozads Mill, indicating a long-standing reliance on local water power. Small settlements like Burningtown and Blossomtown are connected by a network of winding roads including Murphy Rd and Georgia Rd. Local history is preserved in several burial grounds, including the Franklin Cem and Mc Ghee Cem, while modern infrastructure is represented by the Macon County Airport located near Iotla. The terrain is marked by numerous gaps and knobs, such as Parrish Gap and Bruce Knob, which have historically dictated the placement of mountain passes and homesites.