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1942 Map of Sandymush
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1942 Map of Sandymush

USGS Topo · Published 1942

About this map

The Pisgah National Forest covers much of this high mountain landscape in the early 1940s, a region defined by sharp ridges and narrow coves where Madison and Buncombe counties meet. Settlement is concentrated along the winding watercourses of Sandymush Creek and Little Pine Creek, where numerous rural congregations serve the mountain communities. Many of these churches, such as Crossrock Ch, Payne Chapel, and Ebenezer Ch, are located near gap crossings like Doggett Gap and Hickorynut Gap. The terrain is characterized by prominent knobs including Mikes Knob and Pinnacle Knob, illustrating the difficult topography of the Newfound Mountain and Crabtree areas. This map shows the traditional land-use patterns of the Blue Ridge before modern development, marking isolated settlements like Luck and Canto along the valley roads.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1942
Date Published1942
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24,000
Physical Dimensions21.8 x 26.8 inches

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Source Details

SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain