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1960 Map of Keenburg

Name: 1960 Topographic Map of Keenburg
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1977
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1977

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The South Fork Holston River and the newly formed Boone Lake dominate this landscape, reflecting the mid-century infrastructure changes managed by the Tennessee Valley Authority. Settled groves such as Walnut Grove, Cedar Grove, and Silver Grove dot the river valley, while the rugged rise of Holston Mountain defines the eastern boundary. This elevation change is marked by notable features like Grandfather Knob and Huckleberry Ridge, while the lowlands are threaded with family history, visible in numerous small burying grounds like the Crockett Cem and McKinney Cem.

The local community structure is evident in the proximity of institutions like the Keenburg Sch and Unaka High Sch. Cultural landmarks of the era range from the spiritual, such as Mellon Memorial Ch and Pleasant Grove Ch, to the recreational Tri-City Speedway. Geologic features like Morrell Cave and the Underwood Spring highlight the unique karst and spring-fed geography of this Sullivan County region.