1928 Map of Stuart

About this map

Meadows of Dan and the settlement of Stuart anchor this late 1920s survey of the Blue Ridge foothills, where the Virginia North Carolina State Line divides Patrick County from Stokes County. The landscape is defined by the deep descent of the Dan River and Smith River, featuring dramatic landmarks like the Pinnacles of Dan and Great Falls of Dan. This era shows a densely populated rural backcountry, evidenced by the high frequency of local institutions such as the Stonewall Jackson School and Greaseys Chapel. A water-powered economy is still visible through the numerous milling operations scattered along the creeks, including Carters Mill, Brims Mill, and Three Forks Mill. The map documents a transition in education and community life, with scattered schools like Black Jack School and Five Forks School serving isolated mountain hollows.