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1943 Map of Tellico
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1943 Map of Tellico

USGS Topo · Published 1943

About this map

Tellico Plains stands as a focal point in the valley where the Tellico River flows from the Unicoi Mountains. The landscape in the early 1940s is defined by a high density of rural schoolhouses and small community hubs like Englewood and Jalapa, reflecting a period when neighborhood schools such as Manila Sch and Chestuee Sch were the cornerstones of social life. The terrain is marked by the Louisville and Nashville railroad, which follows the lowlands near Wilson Sta, while the more isolated eastern regions fall under the protection of the Cherokee National Forest. Industrial and domestic life are evidenced by several named water-powered sites, including Haun Mill and Harris Mill, and the presence of specialized locations like White Cliff Springs and Holly Springs suggests the value placed on local mineral waters.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1943
Date Published1943
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:62,500
Physical Dimensions16.52 x 19.92 inches

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Source Details

SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain