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1960 Map of Businessburg

Name: 1960 Topographic Map of Businessburg
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1977
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1977

About this map

Ohio River industry and winding valley terrain define this mid-century survey of the borderlands between Ohio and West Virginia. The landscape is marked by steep ridges such as Cash Ridge and Horsemill Ridge, where rural life is anchored by landmarks like Bethel Ch and the Key Ridge Sch. Along the riverbanks, the presence of Strip Mines, a Substation, and the Wegee Railroad illustrate the heavy industrial and logistical importance of this corridor during the late 1950s and early 1960s.

Small settlements like Businessburg and Vadis occupy the inner hollows, while the river facilitates larger communities including Moundsville and Shadyside. Notable local infrastructure includes the City Water Supply (Wells) near Glendale (Glen Dale PO) and the Moundsville Golf Course, showcasing the mix of utility and recreation in the valley. The map also records numerous family-named cemeteries, such as Davis Cem and Bellaire Cem, providing valuable data for genealogical research.