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1968 Map of Meadows of Dan

Name: 1968 Topographic Map of Meadows of Dan
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1971
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1971

About this map

Mabry Mill and the surrounding high country of the Blue Ridge define this 1968 landscape, where the Dan River carves deeply through the terrain. The presence of the Blue Ridge Parkway indicates the era's focus on regional access, winding past the Round Meadow Overlook. Significant hydroelectric infrastructure is evident along the river's descent, featuring Talbott Dam, Townes Dam, and the Pinnacles Powerplant, supported by an underground aqueduct tunnel.

Smaller settlements and crossroads like Meadows of Dan, Kibler, and Pike City are scattered across the ridges and valleys, often centered around local congregations such as Concord Ch and Tory Creek Ch. Topographical landmarks including the Pinnacles of Dan and Wildcat Knob rise above the river bends, while the Cockram Millpond reflects the historical importance of water-driven industry in Patrick and Carroll Counties.