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2011 Map of Konnarock

Name: 2011 Topographic Map of Konnarock
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2011
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2011

About this map

Konnarock serves as a primary settlement in this corner of southwest Virginia, where the valley terrain meets the high ridges of the Iron Mountains. The landscape is defined by the winding course of the South Fork Holston River and Whitetop Laurel Creek, which create natural corridors for transportation and early settlement. These waterways are flanked by numerous family-named hollows and ridges, such as Joe Doss Hollow and Chestnut Ridge.

Genealogists can find an extensive network of small burial grounds scattered across the quadrangle, including the Byars Cemetery, Bishop Cemetery, and Macedonia Cemetery. The presence of Loves Mill and Creek Junction points to the area's history as a rural economic hub, while landmarks like Summit Cut suggest the influence of early rail or road engineering through the gaps. From the Widener Valley to the heights of Big Hill, the map documents a community deeply integrated into its physical geography.