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2016 Map of Fruitland

Name: 2016 Topographic Map of Fruitland
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2016
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2016

About this map

Fruitland and the surrounding high country along the Buncombe and Henderson county line are defined by a complex network of ridges and gaps. The landscape is punctuated by prominent peaks like Bearwallow Mtn and Bald Top Mtn, which overlook several distinct gaps such as Fairview Gap, Stroupe Gap, and Terry Gap. These natural passes have historically funneled travel between the valleys of Cane Creek and Hoopers Creek.

Settlement patterns follow the winding creek beds and mountain hollows, from the community of Edneyville 5 to the secluded reaches of Merrill Cove. Local history is preserved in several small burial grounds, including the Fruitland Cem and Patty's Chapel Cem, while aviation footprints are visible at Six Oaks Airport and Cane Creek Airport. The drainage of Mud Creek and Clear Creek in the south contrasts with the northern reaches of Brown Lake and Moore Lake, illustrating the varied hydrology of this upland region.