2016 Map of Rocky Mount

About this map

Rocky Mount and the surrounding Blue Ridge foothills are defined by the Pigg River and an intricate network of rural settlements. This 2016 survey detail shows the region's dense genealogical record, with over twenty family-named burial grounds including the Greer-Ferguson Cem, Belcher Cem, and Law Cem. The landscape transitions from the concentrated town grid of Rocky Mount to the higher elevations of Cooks Knob, Thornton Mtn, and Beech Mtn. To the west, the community of Ferrum sits near Story Cr, while Henry Fork and Barfoot anchor the east and north respectively. Notable local infrastructure, such as the Peter Saunders Bridge, crosses the river near the town center. The map reveals the interplay of traditional agriculture and rising topography, with numerous small streams like Coles Cr, Hay Run, and Canton Cr carving through the mountainsides, providing a detailed look at the rural character of Franklin County.