Christianburg dominates the northern landscape of this Virginia study, showing its residential expansion through numerous named subdivisions like Highland Park, Atkinson Acres, and Walnut Grove. South of the town, the terrain transitions into a patchwork of rural holdings and small settlements, including Riner and Sowers. The Little River and its many tributaries, such as Mill Creek and Meadow Creek, carve through the region, defining the local topography and historical transportation routes. Historical river crossings are noted at Broad Shoals Ford and Scaggs Ford, while Altizer Bridge and Bennetts Dam indicate more modern water management and infrastructure. Prominent peaks such as Pilot Mountain, Calfee Knob, and Poorhouse Knob overlook the valley, providing clear landmarks for researchers tracing the physical evolution of Montgomery County's landscape.
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1889 · Hillsville
USGS Topo · 1:125,000
1890 · Dublin
USGS Topo · 1:125,000
1890 · Christiansburg
USGS Topo · 1:125,000
1891 · Dublin
USGS Topo · 1:125,000
1892 · Hillsville
USGS Topo · 1:125,000
1896 · Hillsville
USGS Topo · 1:125,000
1932 · Blacksburg
USGS Topo · 1:48,000
1937 · Blacksburg
USGS Topo · 1:62,500
1950 · Radford
USGS Topo · 1:62,500
1953 · Winston-Salem
USGS Topo · 1:250,000