1966 Map of Mike

About this map

The Falling River and its many tributaries, including Little Falling River, carve a dense network of valleys across this rural Campbell County landscape. Settled communities and community centers are anchored by local institutions such as Morris Church, New Bethel Ch, and the Falling River Sch. The terrain is defined by the prominent Red Oak Mountain in the northwest, while the southeastern portions are marked by smaller ridges like Gravel Ridge. This mid-century view shows a landscape of scattered rural residences and farmsteads connected by winding roads and several jeep trails, predating major modern suburban development. Along the creek beds and branches, such as Rattlesnake Creek and Mollys Creek, the map traces the traditional drainage patterns that dictated the placement of early settlements like Spring Mills and the small crossroads of Mike.