
Elk Ridge serves as a prominent natural divide in this mid-century survey, separating the headwaters of numerous hollows that define the landscape of southern Middle Tennessee. The area is characterized by a high concentration of Strip Mines concentrated near Southport and Bethel Church, reflecting the mineral extraction history of the Maury Co Giles Co line. Transportation across this dissected terrain relies on historic routes like the Bee Line Highway and Mooresville Pike, connecting rural hubs such as Stiversville and Lynnville. Genealogists will find a wealth of family-named landmarks including the Chaffin Cem, Garrett Cem, and New Ramey Cem. Unique features such as Saltpeter Cave and the McKissick Sch point to the diverse rural life and geological interest of the region.
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2 editions found
1901 · Colombia
USGS Topo · 1:125,000
1936 · Sandy Hook
USGS Topo · 1:24,000
1936 · Milky Way
USGS Topo · 1:24,000
1936 · Campbellsville
USGS Topo · 1:24,000
1936 · Brick Church
USGS Topo · 1:24,000
1936 · Campbells Station
USGS Topo · 1:24,000
1936 · Mount Pleasant
USGS Topo · 1:24,000
1936 · Glendale
USGS Topo · 1:24,000
1936 · Columbia
USGS Topo · 1:24,000
1936 · Lynnville
USGS Topo · 1:24,000