2022 Map of Joppa

About this map

Richland Valley and the winding Holston River define this portion of East Tennessee at the boundary of Grainger and Jefferson counties. The landscape is marked by a deep concentration of family burial grounds and community landmarks, such as Buffalo Springs Cem, Joppa Cem, and Massengill Cem, which provide significant data for genealogical research. The river’s course is characterized by numerous geographical features like Horse Shoe Bend and Buffalo Shoals, alongside a series of named islands including Smoky Island and Julian Nance Island. Local industry and rural infrastructure are represented by the Massengill Mill and the Landing at River's Edge Airport. The presence of Indian Cave near the riverbank suggests long-standing natural points of interest that have shaped the local geography alongside established settlements like Joppa, Rutledge, and Buffalo Springs.