2013 Map of Speedwell

About this map

Speedwell serves as a central hub in this section of Wythe County, where the Grayson Tpke meets the meandering path of Cripple Cr. The landscape is defined by its deep hollows and prominent ridges, including the appropriately named Horse Heaven and Bowling Green Mountain. Historically significant routes like the Zion Church Rd and Old Bank Rd intersect the valley, connecting small settlements such as Rowe Crossroads and Simmerman. The southern portion of the map transitions into the high country of the Blue Ridge, featuring landmarks like High Knob and the recreational area around Hale Lake. These features imply a region shaped by subsistence farming and timber in the earlier years, evolving into a landscape of quiet rural crossroads and forest service access by the early 21st century.