1978 Map of Savage

About this map

Poplar Mountain dominates the northern landscape of this Clinton and Wayne County border region, where steep ridges give way to the agricultural pockets of Duvall Valley Creek. The 1978 topography reveals a dispersed settlement pattern focused around landmarks like Cannons Mill and the village of Savage. Social life in these hollows is anchored by numerous small congregations, including Concord Ch, Oak Grove Ch, and Beach Bottom Ch, which often sit adjacent to family burying grounds such as Savage Cem or the Beaty Cem. Resource extraction is evident in the eastern uplands, where several Mine and Strip Mine operations are noted near the Lookout Tower. The map also traces the winding courses of Koger Creek and Smith Creek, showing the traditional road networks that connect isolated communities like Upchurch and Cartwright.