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2010 Map of Glenwood

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

USGS Topo · Published 2010

About this map

The Second Broad River and its numerous tributaries, including Rockhouse Creek and Scrub Grass Branch, define this pocket of McDowell County. The landscape is characterized by a series of named knobs and gaps, such as Indian Grave Gap and Camel Knob, which influenced the winding paths of local roads like Macedonia Church Loop and Polly Spout Rd. Water management is a visible priority across the terrain, evidenced by several engineered reservoirs including Structure Number Six B Lake and Structure Number Nineteen Lake.

Genealogists and local historians can find several established burial grounds scattered across the area, including Brackettown Cemetery and Camp Creek Cemetery. Small settlements like Fero and Thermal City sit along the primary corridors, while higher elevations like Turkey Mountain and Coal Pit Mountain loom over the valley floor. The map also records localized landmarks such as Ward Hollow and Hensley Ridge, providing a clear look at the residential and agricultural footprint at the start of the 21st century.