2023 Map of Bergoo

About this map

The Elk River winds through the northern portion of this map, anchoring a string of small settlements like Bergoo, Parcoal, and Curtin. This modern topographic study reveals a landscape defined by its deep drainage networks and high ridges, including Point Mountain and the Yew Mountains. Much of the central and southern terrain is managed as part of the Monongahela National Forest, where smaller tributaries like Williams Camp Run and Baughman Run feed into the Gauley River. The proximity of small family-named cemeteries such as Union Cem and Meadowland Cem near the river settlements provides localized points of interest for genealogists tracking families in the Webster County area. This map reflects the enduring rural character of the Appalachian highlands, where development remains concentrated along the river valleys while the surrounding ridges remain heavily forested and largely uninhabited.