2019 Map of Chester

About this map

Chester lies at the heart of this Meigs County landscape, where the Middle Branch Shade River winds through a network of ridges and hollows such as Dark Hollow and Eagle Ridge. Near the river, Mound Cemetery serves as a significant local landmark, while the southern border is defined by the sweeping curve of the Ohio River. The riverfront is marked by several small settlements including Syracuse, Minersville, and Welshtown, many of which sit below the prominent Minersville Hill. The landscape's industrial and agricultural character is evident in features like the Block Plant and the numerous family-named cemeteries such as Pine Grove Cem and Mount Herman Cem. This survey illustrates the ongoing relationship between the rugged terrain of the Appalachian Plateau and the vital transportation corridor of the Ohio River valley.