1935 Map of Wildwood

About this map

Chilhowee Mountain and Black Oak Ridge define the topography of this Tennessee Valley Authority study, which captures the rural landscape of Blount County in the mid-1930s. The settlement pattern is anchored by small communities like Wildwood and Providence, with a notable density of local institutions that suggest a deeply rooted agrarian society. Along the Little River and its various tributaries such as Ellejoy Creek and Nale Creek, the map records several country schools and churches, including Klondike Sch, Eusebia Ch, and Union Temple. These landmarks, along with family-named features like Yankee Hill and Pickens Gap, provide a detailed view of the county before significant modern development. The presence of State Highway No 71 and the Southern railroad line reflects the transportation infrastructure connecting these mountain valleys to the broader region.