1952 Map of Hollyhill

About this map

Cumberland National Forest defines the landscape of the McCreary and Whitley county line during the early 1950s, a region where steep topography and natural resources shaped local life. Near the small settlement of Hollyhill, the map records several active coal extraction sites labeled simply as Strip Mine, highlighting the industrial footprint on these timbered hills. The map provides a detailed view of a dispersed rural community connected by small schools and country churches, such as Bear Wallow Sch and New Liberty Ch in the north, and Ryans Creek Ch in the south near Ryans Creek Mountain. The drainage network is dense, with Jellico Creek and Marsh Creek carving deep valleys between prominent landmarks like Granny Holt Knob and Liza Mountain.