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2013 Map of Granite Falls

Name: 2013 Topographic Map of Granite Falls
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2013
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2013

About this map

Granite Falls and the industrial riverfronts of Rhodhiss anchor this landscape along the Catawba River valley. The geography is defined by the expansive waters of Rhodhiss Lake and Lake Hickory, separated by the dam near Drowning Cr. The settlement pattern follows the corridor of Route 321, linking established communities like Sawmills and Hudson with newer residential areas such as Mountain View Development. Local life is well-documented through numerous rural institutions, including the Sawmills School and a high concentration of community landmarks like Ebenezer Church and the Caldwell County Fairgrounds.

Tracing the smaller waterways reveals a network of creeks like Gunpowder Cr, Little Gunpowder Cr, and Hayes Mill Cr that fed the region's early development. North of the river, Granville Terrace and Grace Chapel show the transition toward more upland terrain toward Chestnut Mountain. Notable leisure and infrastructure features include the Granada Golf Course and the Old Millpond near Billy Br, illustrating the area's mix of industry and suburban growth.