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2011 Map of Valley Head

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

USGS Topo · Published 2011

About this map

Valley Head and Mentone serve as the primary hubs in this corner of DeKalb County, where the plateau landscape is defined by the branching waters of the West Fork Little River. The area is notably concentrated with recreational and youth camps, including Camp De Soto, Camp Skyline Ranch, and Camp Alpine, reflecting a long-standing tradition of summer residency and outdoor tourism on Lookout Mountain. Distinctive landmarks such as Sunset Rock and the impressive De Soto Falls emphasize the dramatic terrain changes typical of the ridge-and-valley region.

Local genealogy and settlement patterns are preserved through numerous family and community burial sites like Jones Cemetery and Holly Spring Cemetery. Industrial and civil infrastructure is visible in the presence of the A A Miller Dam and the Cloudmont Airpark, which supports the nearby Cloudmont Resort. The map also captures several smaller communities such as Alpine, Riverdale, and Bankhead, providing a clear record of residential development and land use in the early 21st century.