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2011 Map of Circleville

Name: 2011 Topographic Map of Circleville
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2011
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2011

About this map

The North Fork South Branch Potomac River carves a central path through this section of Pendleton County, dictated by the massive geological formations of the River Knobs and Castle Mountain. This 2011 survey reveals a landscape where small settlements like Circleville, Riverton, Simoda, and Monkeytown cling to the river valley and gaps in the surrounding ridges. These communities are linked by a network of rural routes, including Bland Hills Rd and Arlie Simmons Rd, which follow the contours of the high terrain.

Genealogists and local historians can find significant landmarks such as the Simmons Cemetery, Burns Cemetery, and the North Fork Memorial Cemetery. Distinctive terrain features, including Judy Rocks, Nelson Rocks, and the high elevation of Pike Knob, define the horizon. The complex drainage systems of Harper Run, Judy Run, and Reeds Creek further illustrate the rugged topography that has historically isolated and shaped these mountain hollows.