2014 Map of Steele

About this map

Steele and the surrounding communities of Gallant and Shiloh occupy a landscape defined by the parallel ridges of the Canoe Creek Mountains and the prominent heights of Chandler Mtn. This 2014 survey documents a region where agricultural land in the Canoe Creek Valley meets more varied terrain, evidenced by landmarks like the Chandler Natural Bridge and Beason Cove. The map is particularly useful for genealogical research, identifying local burial sites such as Gallant Cem, Shiloh Cem, and the Deerman Chapel Cem. Water features are abundant throughout the quadrangle, ranging from the winding course of Big Canoe Cr and Little Canoe Cr to several small reservoirs including Ezell Jenkins Lake, Pope Lake, and Lake Rumac, reflecting a history of both natural drainage and local water management.