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2010 Map of Gainesboro

Name: 2010 Topographic Map of Gainesboro
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2010
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2010

About this map

Gainesboro stands as the primary hub in this Jackson County landscape, situated near the confluence of the Roaring River and the sweeping waters of Cordell Hull Reservoir. The 2010 terrain is defined by a dense network of hollows and ridges, many bearing the names of early local families, including Gibson Hollow, Haile Hollow, and Peters Hollow. Historical river crossings and river-dependent commerce are evident at Fort Blount Ferry and the various landings along the shore, such as Gainesboro Landing and Dycus Landing.

Genealogical researchers will find significant value in the mapped locations of family burial grounds like Dudney Cemetery, Stafford Cemetery, and Pharris Cemetery. The rugged geography south of town is marked by features such as Steam Mill Hollow and Shakerag Hollow, connected by narrow routes like Flynn Creek Rd and Buffalo Hollow Rd. This modern survey preserves the nomenclature of the Cumberland River valley before and after the reservoir's creation.