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2013 Map of Woolwine

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

USGS Topo · Published 2013

About this map

Woolwine serves as the central hub of this Patrick County landscape, situated at the confluence of several vital waterways including Jill Cr and Jacks Cr. The topography is defined by the prominent heights of Sugarloaf Mountain and a series of distinctive peaks such as Panther Knob, Rocky Knob, and the curiously named Twelve O'Clock Knob. These ridges dictate the winding paths of rural routes like Blue Ridge Pkwy and Tuggles Gap Rd SW.

Cultural landmarks and local industry are evidenced by the Jack's Creek Covered Bridge and Rakes Millpond, pointing to a history of river-dependent economy. The southern portion of the map transitions into the headwaters of the Dan River and branches of the Smith River, including the N Fork Smith River and N Prong Smith River. This area around New Brammer Ridge showcases the complex drainage patterns and mountain gaps like Toggle Gap that have long influenced settlement and travel in the Blue Ridge region.