1914 Map of Monticello

About this map

Monticello serves as the central hub of this survey, which captures the river-dependent economy and complex topography of Wayne County just before the widespread modernization of the mid-20th century. The Cumberland River carves a winding path through the northern half of the sheet, its steep banks punctuated by landmarks like Shinbone Cliff and a series of vital river access points including Rankin Landing and Eads Landing. This river system supported numerous small hamlets such as Palace and Mill Springs, with the latter notable for its historical associations in the eastern portion of the map.