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2013 Map of Mount Airy

Name: 2013 Topographic Map of Mount Airy
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2013
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2013

About this map

The Sequatchie River forms the central artery of this valley landscape, flanked by a network of rural settlements and family-named crossings. Small communities like Mount Airy and Pailo are positioned along the primary north-south corridor, while Elm Hill sits near the southern bend of the river. The map documents several important points of river access, including Kelly Bridge and Standifer Bridge, alongside traditional fords such as Stephen Chapel Ford and Harris Ford.

Elevated terrain features define the eastern and western horizons, notably the broad plateau of The Big Flat and the geological formation at Natural Bridge. The infrastructure of the era is evident at Brush Creek Siding, marking a point of transition between the river's path and the local rail network. Genealogists may find interest in the numerous family names attached to local geography, from Henson Spring and Bowman Br to landmarks like Yellow Cliff and Buck Knob.