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2013 Map of Slade

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

USGS Topo · Published 2013

About this map

Slade serves as a central hub for this portion of Wolfe County, where the Bert T Combs Mtn Pkwy intersects with winding local routes and the rugged drainage of the Red River. The geography is defined by a dense concentration of natural arches and high ridges, including Courthouse Rock, Double Arch, and Whittleton Ridge. These landmarks are connected by a network of hollows such as Beasley Hollow and Amburgy Hollow, reflecting the complex sandstone topography of the region.

Industrial and institutional footprints are visible in the Big Sinking Oil Field to the south and the Frenchburg Correctional Facility in the north. Historical transportation is evidenced by the Nada Tunnel and The Silver Bridge, while the Pine Ridge Lookout Tower stands as a sentinel over the heavily forested landscape. The map captures a moment where conservation and recreation, seen at Grays Arch Picnic Area, coexist with active extraction and infrastructure.