2013 Map of Burnsville

About this map

Burnsville and Bolar anchor this high-relief landscape in Bath County, where the Jackson River cuts through the western valleys and numerous runs drain the steep ridges of the Appalachians. The settlement pattern follows the narrow valley floors, most notably along Bolar Run and Little Valley Run, where small clusters like Bethel and Little Valley are found. The map reveals the persistence of family-named landmarks and historical infrastructure, including Stillhouse Hollow, Pritt Hollow, and Daggy Hollow, alongside mountain crossings like Bolar Gap. Local aviation is represented by Singleton Airport, situated near the river, while the higher elevations are marked by the Duncan Knob Lookout and the looming mass of Tower Hill Mountain. The abundance of named springs and runs, such as Bolar Spring and Muddy Run, underscores the importance of water resources in this deeply dissected terrain of the Virginia mountains.