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1985 Map of Roanoke

Name: 1985 Topographic Map of Roanoke
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1989
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1989

About this map

The Roanoke River system anchors this mid-1980s landscape, featuring the expansive waters of Smith Mountain Lake and the adjacent Leesville Lake. The map illustrates a region defined by its prominent topography, from Tinker Mountain in the west to the iconic Peaks of Otter near the center. The Blue Ridge Parkway winds along the high ridges, providing a scenic backbone that connects the Jefferson National Forest with the major urban centers of Roanoke and Lynchburg.

Industrial and cultural landmarks are prominently featured, including the Booker T. Washington National Monument and the extensive rail infrastructure of the Norfolk and Western Railway. Local transportation hubs such as Roanoke Regional Woodrum Field and Lynchburg Municipal Preston Glenn Field are clearly marked, alongside numerous smaller settlements like Moneta, Thaxton, and Huddleston. This survey captures the transition from the rugged mountain terrain to the Piedmont's foothills during a period of established regional growth.