2011 Map of Clendenin

About this map

The Elk River winds through this section of Kanawha County, defining the location of historic riverfront settlements like Clendenin, Turner, and Corton. The topography is shaped by a dense network of hollows and ridges, including Mill Hollow, Schoolhouse Hollow, and Dry Ridge, which historically dictated the paths of travel and homesteading. Genealogists can trace family heritage through several localized burial sites such as Osborne Cemetery, Murdock Cemetery, and Hinkle Cemetery. This 2011 survey captures the area's transition into the early 21st century, showing modern infrastructure like the Queen Shoals Bridge alongside enduring landmarks such as the Corton Post Office. The map details the complex drainage systems of the Big Sandy Creek and Falling Rock Creek, illustrating how the waterway-rich landscape has long influenced the placement of communities like Reamer and Osborne.