1946 Map of Franklin

About this map

The Little Tennessee River and Lake Emory anchor this mid-century portrait of Franklin, where the river valley meets the rising slopes of the Nantahala National Forest. The map documents a landscape of small agricultural settlements and mountain hollows, connected by routes like Route 19 and Route 64. Significant local institutions are noted throughout the area, from the State Prison Camp north of town to the County Home further south.