2011 Map of James City

About this map

James City and the surrounding township of Highland emerge from a landscape defined by deep valleys and the tributaries of the Allegheny National Forest area. This 2011 record documents a network of rural settlements like McKinley, Carlson, and Nansen, connected by forest roads and historic routes such as McKinley Rd and Sackett Rd. The topography is etched by numerous watercourses including Big Mill Creek, Ellithorpe Run, and Bear Creek, which carve through the terrain near Bush Hollow. Cultural landmarks such as the Hanley Fire Tower and recreational outposts like Silver Creek Camp and Ben Hur Camp signify the area's transition into a landscape of conservation and forest management. The presence of Durant City Junction at the northern edge points to the region's historical intersections of rail and road, while local labels like La Mont and Lamont suggest the enduring presence of small-scale mountain communities.