2016 Map of Looneys Gap

About this map

Clinch Mountain and the Clinch River dominate this borderland where Virginia and Tennessee meet. The landscape is defined by the steep, parallel ridges of the North Fork Knobs and River Knobs, with settlements like Big Springs and Independence tucked into the lower-lying valleys. Numerous family cemeteries are scattered across the terrain, including the Sizemore Cem, Moneyhun Cem, and Frazier Sloan Cem, providing valuable data for genealogical research in Hancock and Scott counties. The drainage patterns of War Cr and Willis Cr dictate the local road network, while features like Rodgers Shoals and Hortons Island mark the river's path. This area represents a classic Appalachian ridge-and-valley settlement pattern, where small communities like Robinette and Dona grew along established gaps and watercourses.