1964 Map of Piave

About this map

De Soto National Forest dominates this mid-century landscape across the Wayne and Greene County line. The topography is defined by a dense network of watercourses, including the central Cary Creek and the strikingly named Hell Hole near Hell Hole Creek. Cultural landmarks are sparse but significant for local history, with Smithtown and Piave serving as the primary settlements. The presence of Piney Woods Lookout Tower and Stony Lookout Tower underscores the region's reliance on forest management and timber resources during this era. Genealogists will find value in the specific locations of Henderson Cem and rural spiritual centers such as Bethel Ch and West Salem Ch, which served these timber-reliant communities. The map also documents fine details like fence and field lines, reflecting the small-scale agricultural clearings carved out of the surrounding woodlands.