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1901 Map of Knoxville

Name: 1901 Topographic Map of Knoxville
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1910
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1910

About this map

The Tennessee River and French Broad River converge just east of Knoxville, defining a landscape of river-based commerce and nascent industrial growth. This region at the turn of the century is characterized by a dense network of water crossings, including Boyd Ferry, Ramsey Ferry, and Underdown Ferry, which served local travelers before modern bridging. The rail infrastructure is dominated by the Southern R.R. Bristol and Chattanooga Div. and lines like the Knoxville and Augusta Railroad, connecting the urban hub to the foothills.

To the south, the terrain rises into the Smoky Mountains, where small settlements such as Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge appear as quiet mountain hamlets. Landmarks like Porter Academy and Spencer Cabin provide specific points of interest for genealogists tracing early Appalachian life. The map also details several natural springs, such as Montvale Springs and Henderson Springs, reflecting the era's popular mineral water and resort culture.