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1973 Map of Pennine

Name: 1973 Topographic Map of Pennine
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1996
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1996

About this map

Walden Ridge and the sharp rise of the Cumberland Escarpment define the geography of this Rhea County region. The landscape is deeply carved by water, where the Piney River meets numerous tributaries like Stinging Fork and Duskin Creek, leading to the dramatic drop at Stinging Fork Falls. The eastern lowland corridor, tracing along Highway 27, serves as the primary artery for settlement, connecting the community of Pennine to the outskirts of Spring City.

Genealogists will find a high density of family and community burial grounds, including the Thurman Cem, Miller Cem, and Winnie Cem. These sites, along with landmarks like Webbe Chapel and the tiny settlement of Luminary, provide a look at the rural settlement patterns of the mid-20th century. The presence of a Quarry and a Microwave tower reflects the evolving land use as industrial and communication infrastructure began to dot the ridge-and-valley terrain.