2011 Map of Staves

About this map

Saline River bottomlands and a network of logging roads define this pocket of Cleveland County, as recorded by the U.S. Geological Survey in the early 21st century. The landscape is characterized by its numerous small burial grounds, including Black Cemetery, Clement Cemetery, and Canada Cemetery, which reflect the area's rural genealogy and established family settlements. The community of Staves and the small hamlet of Lamont serve as the primary population centers, connected by a web of county and forestry routes like Forestry Road 9241. Distinctive hydrological features such as Upper Canada Lake and Lower Canada Lake are found near the river's winding course, shadowed by the prominent White Oak Bluff. This terrain suggests a long-standing reliance on timber and river resources, with many local roads named for the families and landmarks they serve, such as Mahoneys Ferry Rd and Killing Hse Rd.