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2019 Map of Clintwood

Name: 2019 Topographic Map of Clintwood
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2019
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2019

About this map

The town of Clintwood serves as a central hub in this Appalachian landscape, where the rugged topography of Pine Mountain and the Cumberland Mountain ridge dictates the settlement patterns of Dickenson County. The map reveals a high density of family cemeteries, including Newberry Cem, Wallace Cem, and Rakes Cem, which are often located on high ground overlooking narrow hollows. These burial sites provide significant genealogical value for researchers tracing local family lineages such as the Mullins, Stanleys, and Wallaces.

Water and rail infrastructure define the southern and eastern edges of the quadrangle, with the Pound River and Cranesnest River winding through deep valleys. The CSX railroad line follows the river corridors, connecting industrial points like Clinchco and Fremont to the wider region. High ridges such as Maynard Ridge and Mullins Ridge isolate small communities like Skeetrock and Ramsey Flats, while the expansive Jefferson National Forest covers much of the high-elevation terrain.