1971 Map of Boltsfork

About this map

The Little Sandy River carves a winding path through the heart of the Boyd and Lawrence County borderlands, where the landscape is defined by deep hollows and narrow ridges. Settlement patterns in the early 1970s remained concentrated along the valley floors, with small communities like Mavity, Friendship, and Boltsfork serving as local anchors. Industrial activity is evident in the northern reaches, where strip mines mark the terrain near the East Fork, while a network of pipelines traverses the southern ridges. Genealogists will find significant value in the documentation of several country churches and local schools, including Musick Chapel, Mt Oliver Ch, and the Garner Sch. The rugged topography is further illustrated by distinct landmarks like Ellington Ridge and Poverty Gap, which separate the various forks of Trace Creek and Davis Creek.