1954 Map of Jamestown

About this map

Jamestown stands at the heart of this mid-century topographic study, appearing as a developed highland hub on the Cumberland Plateau during the mid-1950s. The presence of the Alvin C York Institute and the nearby settlement of Alvin reflect the local legacy of World War I hero Alvin C. York. To the east, Allardt and East Jamestown are connected by the regional road network, while the landscape beyond the town centers is defined by steep drainage systems like Crooked Creek and Rockcastle Creek. Numerous small burial grounds, including Livingston Cem and Taylor Cem, are scattered across the plateau, providing essential data for genealogical research. Cultural and industrial features of the era are well-documented, from a Drive-in Theater north of town to an abandoned rail line and a Firetower overlooking the deeply carved Buffalo Cove to the south.