2022 Map of Swan Island

About this map

Clinch River meanders through the heart of this landscape, carving dramatic features such as Craneneck Bend and the namesake Swan Island. The terrain is defined by a dense succession of ridges and hollows, including Troublesome Ridge and Copper Ridge, which have historically dictated the placement of small rural settlements like Lawson Mill and Bray. This topographic study reveals a deeply entrenched family history, evidenced by dozens of namesake cemeteries tucked into the hollows, such as Hensley Cem and Moles Cem.