2017 Map of Chase

About this map

South Branch Potomac River winds through the heart of the South Branch Valley in this 1965 topographic survey of Hardy County. The town of Moorefield serves as a central hub, where the B & O RR tracks parallel the river, marking the importance of rail transport for the region's mid-century agricultural and industrial development. This map is particularly valuable for genealogical research, as it identifies numerous family burial grounds and landmarks scattered across the landscape, including the Herriott Cemetery, Taylor Cemetery, Cunningham Cem, and Kuykendall Cem. Smaller communities like McNeill, Seymour, and Brake are nestled among the ridges of Mill Creek Mountain and South Branch Mountain. Significant sites such as the Trough Club and the County Infirmary provide glimpses into the social fabric of the area, while various schools and churches like Duffey Ch highlight established local neighborhoods.