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1946 Map of Pioneer

USGS Topo · Published 1947

About this map

Pioneer stands as a focal point in the rugged coal and timber landscape of the Campbell County and Scott County border. This 1940s survey reveals a landscape shaped by resource extraction and steep topography, most notably marked by the Incline near Pioneer, which suggests the intense grades required for local industrial operations. The Southern railroad winds through the valleys, providing the primary artery for these remote mountain communities. Along the creeks and gaps, a network of rural education and faith is visible through sites like Terry Creek Sch and Rockhouse Sch, while the presence of an Oil Well near the Meredith Cem points to the diverse mineral interests of the era. The mapping of numerous family-named peaks such as Chimney Mountain and Braden Mountain underscores the deep-rooted local history and geography of these Cumberland Plateau ridges.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1946
Date Published1947
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24,000
Physical Dimensions22.05 x 27.36 inches

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Source Details

SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain