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2013 Map of Ten Mile

Name: 2013 Topographic Map of Ten Mile
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2013
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2013

About this map

Watts Bar Lake defines the western edge of this landscape, where the Tennessee River's impoundment created a complex shoreline of inlets and islands. Along the water, established recreational and residential clusters like Eden of the Lake, Apollo Shores, and Blue Springs Resort sit alongside long-standing institutions such as Cedine Bible Camp. Moving inland, the terrain transitions into a series of ridges and hollows, including Hurricane Valley and Woolsey Hollow, which channel local waters like Ten Mile Creek and Hurricane Creek.

The settlement pattern reflects a mix of traditional crossroads and modern lakeside developments. Small communities such as Ten Mile, Maple Grove, and the uniquely named Surprise are linked by a network of rural roads. Genealogists and local historians can find specific markers of the area's past, from the Ewing Cemetery Rd near the lake to the Mount Zion Hollow church in the south. This survey also documents local landmarks like Iron Hill Island and White Creek Shoals, preserving the nomenclature of the river valley's topography.