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2013 Map of Lois

Name: 2013 Topographic Map of Lois
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2013
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2013

About this map

The Elk River carves a winding path through this corner of Franklin County, defining a landscape of dramatic bends and river islands like Smith Island and Parks Island. By the early 21st century, the northern reach of the map is dominated by the sprawling fingers of Tims Ford Lake, which created distinctive features such as The Narrows and flooded several former hollows. The settlement pattern remains largely rural, anchored by small communities such as Lois, Beech Hill, and Lexie.

Genealogists and local historians can trace numerous family-named landmarks that hint at long-standing landholdings, including Edde Bluff, Cashion Ridge, and Possumtrot Ridge. The infrastructure of the area is highlighted by the Tims Ford Bridges and the Farris Creek Bridge, providing vital crossings over the altered river system. From the high ground at Mount Vernon Ridge to the lowlands of Sullenger Bend, the map provides a clear record of how modern water management has integrated with traditional Tennessee valley settlements like Brownington and Marble Hill.