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1997 Map of Kings Creek

Name: 1997 Topographic Map of Kings Creek
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2000
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2000

About this map

The Brushy Mountains define the rugged topography of this Caldwell County landscape, where deep ridges and narrow creek valleys dictate the pattern of human settlement. The community of Kings Creek serves as a focal point in the northeast, while the southern reaches are marked by the winding course of the Little River. Small rural centers such as Cedar Valley and Oak Hill are clustered along the valley floors, supported by local institutions like Bethel Ch and Union Ch.

Aviation and recreation appear alongside traditional land use, evidenced by the Lower Creek Airport and the Cedar Rock Country Club. The prominent elevation of Hibriten Mtn, featuring a Lookout Tower, stands as a significant landmark overlooking the developing outskirts of the region. This 1997 update maintains a record of the area's transition, documenting established cemeteries like Blue Ridge Memorial Cem and newer educational facilities such as Hibriten High Sch.