1962 Map of Bluefield

About this map

Bluefield and its surrounding mountain ridges appear here during a period of significant mid-century infrastructure, centered on the dominant Norfolk and Western rail corridor. The industrial and educational heart of the city is evident through landmarks like Bluefield State Teachers College and several local schools such as Genoa Sch and Park Central High Sch. Beyond the urban core, the landscape is defined by the steep topography of Beaver Pond Ridge and East River Mountain, which separate the city from outlying settlements like Ceres and Littlesburg. The presence of Old Ada Dam and the nearby Sewage Disposal and Filtration Plant indicate the complex water management systems required by the valley's geography. To the south, the Jefferson National Forest provides a stark contrast to the developed corridors, while family-named cemeteries such as Stowers Cem and Hager Cem are scattered across the lower ridges, documenting the long-standing community roots in the Appalachian plateau.