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2011 Map of Talking Rock

Name: 2011 Topographic Map of Talking Rock
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2011
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2011

About this map

Talking Rock Creek carves a winding path through this corner of Pickens County, anchoring a landscape shaped by rural crossroads and the legacy of early milling. The settlement of Talking Rock sits at the junction of local roads and the rail line, while further north, Whitestone and Talona mark the movement of commerce through the valley. This 2011 survey reveals a transition from the higher elevations of Doll Mountain and Blalock Mountain in the west toward the industrial and agricultural clusters to the east.

Genealogists and local historians can trace legacy landmarks like Carns Mill and several historical river crossings, including Shyers Ford and Ball Creek Ford. Smaller named locales such as Blaine, Scarecorn, and Clipper provide specific coordinates for family research, while the Mountain Cemetery serves as a permanent anchor for the area's residents. The map also documents the influence of water management with the Timber Lake Dam and the sprawling reach of Carters Lake in the northwest.