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1892 Map of Springville

USGS Topo · Published 1943

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The Coosa River serves as the dominant geographic and economic artery of this late 19th-century landscape, its banks dotted with vital transit points like Francis Ferry and Colman Ferry. This survey, conducted by Louis Nell, reveals a region defined by the complex ridges of Backbone Mountain and Chandler Mountain, which funneled early settlement into valleys and gaps. The Ashville area stands as a central hub, surrounded by smaller communities such as St. Clair Springs and Caldwell.


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Map Details

Date Portrayed1892
Date Published1943
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:125,000
Physical Dimensions16.4 x 19.8 inches

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