1967 Map of Philpott Reservoir

About this map

Philpott Reservoir dominates this landscape along the border of Franklin, Patrick, and Henry counties, where the Smith River was impounded by the Philpott Dam. Completed years prior to this 1967 field check, the reservoir's deeply crenulated shoreline creates distinctive features like Horseshoe Point, Turkey Island, and Goose Point. The western portion of the map is largely occupied by Fairy Stone State Park, featuring Stone Lake and Stuarts Knob. To the east, the industrial character of Bassett and West Bassett is evident, situated along the Norfolk and Western rail line. Smaller settlements and crossroads like Dodson, Prilliman, and the village of Philpott provide points of reference for genealogists. The map also records numerous country churches and cemeteries, such as Union Ch and Mt Hermon Ch, reflecting the area's rural social fabric.