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2011 Map of Staffordsville

Name: 2011 Topographic Map of Staffordsville
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2011
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2011

About this map

Staffordsville and the surrounding high country of Giles County are defined by a complex network of ridges and watercourses, including the prominent Cloyds Mountain and Shuffle Ridge. The landscape is a patchwork of small communities and family burial grounds, such as the Shannon-King Cemetery near Poplar Hill and the Anderson-Vickers Cemetery further south. These local landmarks offer valuable data for genealogical research into the region's established families.

Industrial and modern transport elements are also evident, from the Belle Hampton Mine situated on the eastern slopes to the New River Valley Airport located near the southern margin. Significant waterways like Walker Creek and its many tributaries, including Wabash Creek and Whitleys Branch, have historically influenced the settlement patterns at Trigg and Springdale. This topographic study provides a clear view of the rural infrastructure, highlighting the transition from traditional mining and agricultural areas to modern aviation facilities.