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1935 Map of Richlands

Name: 1935 Topographic Map of Richlands
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1935
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1935

About this map

The Clinch River carves a central path through this mid-1930s landscape, dictating the development of industrial and residential hubs like Richlands and Cedar Bluff. The influence of the Norfolk and Western Railway is evident as it follows the river valley, serving a network of coal and manufacturing interests. Industry is further highlighted by the Premier Coal Corporation Camp in the northwest and specialized sites such as a Brick Kiln and Clay Pit near the riverbanks.

Upland areas are defined by agricultural and institutional clearings, including several rural schoolhouses such as Red Oak Sch and Hill City Sch. The southern portion of the map is dominated by the Little River and the high elevations of House and Barn Mountain, while the winding Lonesome Pine Highway provides a critical link between Tazewell and Russell counties. Small communities like Doran, Raven, and Wardell are interspersed with local landmarks like Miles Chapel and Davis Chapel.