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1974 Map of Monteagle

Name: 1974 Topographic Map of Monteagle
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1977
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1977

About this map

The Cumberland Plateau landscape around Monteagle and Summerfield is defined by sharp elevation changes where the plateau drops into deep coves. In the mid-1970s, this area served as a significant transportation corridor where the Louisville and Nashville railroad and the Dixie Hwy navigated the complex terrain. The map captures a transition from the structured town life of Monteagle—complete with an Athletic field and Silo—to the deeply dissected valleys of Ladd Cove and Cave Cove.

Genealogical interest is found in the scattered rural landmarks like Trussell Cem and Tate Cem, and the presence of St Johns Ch and Jumpoff Ch. The hydrology of the region is prominent, featuring Bridal Veil Falls and Jumpoff Falls, alongside unique geological features like Saltpeter Cave. Settlement patterns follow the valley floors near Battle Creek, where Martin Springs and several family-named points like Kirby-Smith Point and Trussell Point anchor the local geography.