2013 Map of Byer

About this map

Byer and the surrounding townships of t9n r19w and t8n r18w are defined by the intricate drainage systems of Salt Lick Creek and Pigeon Creek. This landscape in Jackson and Vinton counties is marked by a series of hollows and ridges, such as Log Pile Ridge and Tick Ridge, which dictated the early settlement patterns and road placements. Small communities like Ray, Leo, and Savageville are connected by rural routes including Oh-327 and Raysville Road, while the Byer Bridge provides a key crossing near the local hub of Byer. For genealogists, the map is particularly useful for locating family burial grounds, including the Byers, Ray, and Shoemaker cemeteries. The presence of features like Sprout Lake and Gallahan Pond highlights the importance of water resources in this part of southeastern Ohio.