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2010 Map of Philadelphia

Name: 2010 Topographic Map of Philadelphia
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2010
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2010

About this map

Philadelphia serves as the central hub of this eastern Tennessee landscape, where modern transportation corridors intersect with a deep agricultural and industrial heritage. The settlement is anchored by the Philadelphia Post Office, while the surrounding terrain is defined by prominent ridges like Snow Ridge, Matlock Ridge, and Watson Ridge. The map documents a significant mining history in the southern section, specifically noting the Preston Mine, McGuire Mine, and Vida Mine, which highlight the area's geological resources.

Water features such as Watts Bar Lake in the north and springs like Rausin Spring and Reed Spring underscore the importance of the local watershed. For genealogists, the map is a vital resource, locating numerous family and community burial grounds including Wilson Cemetery, Marney Cemetery, Roberson Cemetery, and the Old Sweetwater Cemetery. Unique local landmarks like Fergusons Flying Circus Airport and the rail-related Gilman Switch provide specific points of interest within this rural community.