1955 Map of Sharp Place

About this map

Sharp Place sits at the heart of this mid-century survey, surrounded by the heavily dissected terrain of the Upper Cumberland plateau. The landscape is defined by the expansive Pickett State Park and Forest and the Cumberland National Forest, where natural landmarks like Natural Bridge, Hazard Cave, and the distinctive Chimney Rock highlight the region's unique geology. This period shows a rural community structure centered on localized gathering points such as Akers Chapel and educational sites like Langham Sch and Sharp Sch. The map reveals a complex drainage network including the South Fork and Rock Creek, where many deep hollows and branches take their names from local families. Notable geologic features such as Yellow Cliff and Greenwood Cliff flank the winding watercourses, illustrating the geological character that historically shaped settlement patterns and road placements in this part of Fentress and Pickett counties.