2016 Map of Marble

About this map

The Valley River corridor serves as the primary artery for settlement and transport in this Cherokee County landscape, where small communities like Marble, Maltby, and Tomotla follow the valley floor. To the north, the terrain rises sharply into the Snowbird Mountains and the vast protected lands of the Nantahala National Forest. This 2016 survey documents a network of named ridges and gaps, such as Porterfield Gap and Isinglass Ridge, that have historically defined movement through these highlands. For genealogists and local historians, the map preserves the location of family-centered landmarks and resting places, including Moss Cem and Parker Cem. The presence of Sales Ford on the river and old routes like Plankroad Rd reflect the early infrastructure that connected these mountain settlements before modern highway developments.