1974 Map of Alton

About this map

The Buckhannon River carves a winding path through this corner of Upshur County, where the landscape is defined by the heavy footprint of coal extraction. Extensive Strip Mine operations, updated in the mid-1980s, dominate the high ground above Tenmile Creek and Herods Run, showing the evolution of industrial land use alongside rural settlements. In the valleys, scattered communities like Alton and Alexander maintain their identity through local landmarks such as the Alton Cemetery and small country churches.