1951 Map of Petersburg

About this map

Richland Creek and Cane Creek drain a landscape of steep hollows and narrow ridges along the Marshall Co Lincoln Co line. The settlement of Petersburg serves as a local hub near Gaunt Hill, while smaller communities like Wakefield, Delina, and Blakelyville are connected by winding valley roads. The area is dense with family history, evidenced by dozens of small burial grounds such as Old Orchard Cem, Leonard Cem, and Sowell Cem that dot the hillsides. The mid-century rural infrastructure is visible through landmarks like Morgan Sch and Cane Creek Church. Topographical features such as Petty Cave and the prominent Poplar Ridge define the terrain, illustrating the tight relationship between the limestone geology and the placement of early Tennessee farmsteads.