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2013 Map of Saluda

Name: 2013 Topographic Map of Saluda
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2013
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2013

About this map

Saluda sits at the northern edge of this high-elevation landscape, where the Blue Ridge Escarpment creates a dramatic transition between the Carolinas. This 2013 survey illustrates the complex topography of the Saluda Mountains, defined by the winding course of the N Pacolet River and its descent past Pearsons Falls. The map reveals a cluster of settlements including Melrose and Valhalla, linked by historic routes like Howard Gap Rd.

Water management and natural landmarks dominate the southern half of the quadrangle, notably the North Saluda Reservoir and smaller bodies like Lake Sheila. The terrain is characterized by a dense network of ridges and peaks, from the heights of Hogback Mountain and Melrose Mountain to the localized prominence of Mine Mountain. The inclusion of Emery Airport near the southern border provides a modern point of navigation within this deeply corrugated landscape of rivers and gaps.