1947 Map of Henson Gap

About this map

Walden Ridge dominates the landscape of this 1947 survey, where the steep Cumberland Escarpment drops sharply into the Sequatchie Valley. This transition zone is marked by isolated settlements and family-named landmarks that reflect a rural mountain economy. The community of Lewis Chapel serves as a central hub on the plateau, featuring the Lewis Chapel Sch and a local post office. Along the valley floor, the Alvin C York Highway follows the path of the Sequatchie River, connecting small religious and social centers like Davis Chapel and Hall Ch. The terrain is deeply incised by numerous waterways such as Cain Creek and North Chickamauga Creek, which carve out distinctive features like The Horseshoe and Redbird Point. These drainages historically dictated the placement of early mountain roads and timber operations, evidenced by labels like Sawmill Creek.