1988 Map of Clarksburg

About this map

Clarksburg and Parkersburg serve as the primary urban anchors in this regional study of the central Appalachian Mountains during the late twentieth century. The Ohio River carves a dominant path through the landscape, acting as a natural boundary between Ohio and West Virginia, while connecting industrial centers like Marietta and Moundsville. The region's transport network is defined by the intersection of Interstate 77 and Interstate 79, alongside a dense web of older rail lines including the B & O RR and Conrail. Extensive protected lands, such as the Wayne National Forest and Monongahela National Forest, contrast with the numerous smaller settlements like Weston, Spencer, and Buckhannon. Significant water management features, including Tygart Lake and Stonecoal Lake, highlight the intersection of natural topography and infrastructure across the many county divisions of this three-state area.