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Title General Development Plan, Peaks of Otter Park, 6/8/1939
Title Note Drawing No. PKY-BR PO-2003B
Date 1939
Description This map shows the General Development Plan for the Peaks of Otter Park on the Blue Ridge Parkway. The map was created by Lewis in June of 1939. The map shows areas of land to be obliterated in different areas of the park. There is a coffee shop and gas station, a lodge, an aquatics area, beach, and picnic areas. Three separate parking areas are shown, with a total capacity of 425 cars. A smaller key map on the bottom left corner shows a more simple view of the plan.
Creator Organization United States Department of the Interior
Tags Virginia
Credit United States Department of the Interior