1968 Map of Baileysville

About this map

Guyandotte River and Clear Fork wind through the deeply dissected terrain of Wyoming County in this late-1960s survey. The landscape is defined by the heavy footprint of the energy industry, with numerous Gas Wells, mines, and Strip Mines scattered across the ridges. The Norfolk and Western railroad follows the riverbanks, serving the concentrated settlements of Baileysville and Brenton. Local community life is anchored by landmarks like Shands Memorial Ch and the Reedy Sch, while the presence of Tailings Ponds near Stoneville and Fanrock highlights the environmental impact of mid-century coal operations. The map also captures the topography leading toward the Wyoming and McDowell county line, where Huff Creek Mountain and Browns Creek Ridge overlook a network of family-named hollows and branches.