2013 Map of Wear Cove

About this map

Wear Valley and Hatchertown occupy the lowland gaps between the ridges of the Great Smoky Mountains in this 2013 survey. The landscape is defined by its numerous named hollows, such as Rudd Hollow, Walker Hollow, and Dunn Hollow, which characterize the traditional mountain settlement patterns. The Little River and its major tributaries, including the Middle Prong Little River, flow through the southern portion of the quadrangle, where landmarks like The Sinks and the Camp Number 2 Bridge indicate a region shaped by both natural water features and early 21st-century infrastructure. Small communities like Line Spring and Bethel are connected by a network of winding roads like Waldens Creek Rd and Happy Hollow Rd, reflecting a balance between residential growth and the preserved geography of the Greenbrier area. This map provides a detailed view of family-named landmarks like Mitchell Hollow and Bonner Hollow that remain vital for genealogical research in Blount County.