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1903 Map of Middlesboro
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1903 Map of Middlesboro

USGS Topo · Published 1903

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Middlesboro anchors the southwestern corner of this survey, established in a high mountain basin at the turn of the century. The town's grid plan is clearly visible against the backdrop of the massive ridge line that defines the state boundary. This particular survey, conducted by Nat Tyler Jr. and RW Berry, emphasizes the critical mountain passes that shaped migration and trade in the region. These natural corridors, including Cumberland Gap and several smaller crossings like Baptist Gap and Chumley Gap, are plotted with high-relief detail. The drainage of Yellow Creek cuts through the basin, illustrating the geographical constraints that concentrated development in the valley. The map provides a look at the landscape before major modern highway infrastructure, showing the original paths through the gaps that served as the primary routes between Kentucky, Virginia, and Tennessee.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1903
Date Published1903
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:48,000
Physical Dimensions20.8 x 26.2 inches

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Source Details

SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain