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1954 Map of Thomas

Name: 1954 Topographic Map of Thomas
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1978
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1978

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Johns Creek and its many winding tributaries like Brushy Fork and Wolf Creek dominate this 1950s landscape, illustrating a classic Appalachian drainage pattern. The area is defined by small, dispersed settlements including Thomas P O, McCombs, and Gulnare, which are connected by a network of creekside roads. This era shows a community heavily invested in local education and resource extraction, evidenced by the numerous specialized schools such as Wolf Creek Sch, Banyan Sch, and the Big Branch Sch.

Industry is represented by numerous Strip Mines and a high density of Gas Wells and Oil Wells scattered across the ridges and hollows. The boundary between Martin, Pike, and Floyd Counties meets here, with family and community life centered around landmarks like Freewill Ch and several small, unnamed cemeteries. Historical notes indicate the region's vulnerability to inundation from the nearby Dewey Reservoir, affecting the lowlands along the creek forks.