2011 Map of Oriskany

About this map

Oriskany sits along the winding path of Craig Creek in a landscape defined by prominent ridges and narrow valleys. This early 21st-century survey reveals a rural character rooted in its cemeteries and natural water sources, with family history preserved at the McKalester Cemetery, Anderson Cemetery, and Tucker Cemetery. The terrain is shaped by the towering Patterson Mountain to the north and Caldwell Mountain to the south, with the North Fork Catawba Creek and Borden Creek drainage systems cutting through the hollows. Genealogists and local historians can find traces of small communities and crossroads at Howell Mills and Flatwoods, or locate recreational landmarks like the Craig Creek Campground and Camp Montgomery. Smaller features like Sulphur Spring and Woodville Spring highlight the importance of natural springs in this corner of Botetourt County.