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2013 Map of McFarland

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

USGS Topo · Published 2013

About this map

The Hiwassee River winds through this section of the southern Appalachian foothills, creating a complex landscape of river islands and steep ridges. Small settlements like Reliance, Servilla, and McFarland anchor the area, which is characterized by a dense network of watercourses and named gaps. Notable landmarks such as Maggies Mill and the Long Ford Bridge at Long Ford suggest a long history of local industry and river crossings.

Modern recreation and preservation efforts are evident at the John Muir Trailhead and the Spring Creek Shooting Range. The terrain is defined by prominent features including Hankins Mountain, White Oak Mountain, and the distinctive river passage known as The Narrows. Numerous small branches and creeks, such as Tinker Br and Childers Cr, carve through the land, feeding the central river system and providing topographical markers for local history researchers and genealogists studying this part of Tennessee.