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1946 Map of Zirconia

Name: 1946 Topographic Map of Zirconia
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1960
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1960

About this map

The Green River carves a deep valley through the heart of the Saluda Mountains, where the 1946 landscape is defined by its recreational and industrial transformation. Central to this area is Lake Summit, created for hydroelectric power as evidenced by the nearby Power Plant, Surge Tank, and Hydro Electric Flume along the river. The community of Zirconia (Tuxedo Sta) serves as a primary hub where the Southern railroad line meets the historic Dixie Highway.

Genealogists will find a wealth of local landmarks including Mountain Valley Ch, Mount Olivet Ch, and the Mountain Valley Cem. Numerous organized camps, such as Camp Greystone and Camp Noahs Ark, suggest the area's mid-century role as a summer retreat. The map also records rural infrastructure like the Fall Creek Sch and the Lookout Tower atop Corbin Mtn, reflecting the state of local education and forestry management in the immediate post-war era.