1961 Map of Stonefort

About this map

Stonefort and the adjacent Oldtown occupy a unique position along the New York Central railroad, where the line crosses the boundary of Williamson and Saline counties. The landscape is defined by the complex drainages of the Little Saline River and numerous hollows such as Katy Reid Hollow and Buzzard Roost Hollow. This 1961 field-checked survey reveals a rural landscape deeply rooted in communal life, evidenced by the high density of small country churches and cemeteries. From Walnut Grove Ch in the northwest to Cedar Grove Ch in the southeast, these landmarks reveal the social geography of the era. The terrain transitions into the Shawnee National Forest, featuring landmarks like Stonefort Bluff and the McCormick Lookout Tower, while natural features like Burden Falls and Watkins Ford mark the movement across the various branches of Bay Creek.