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1969 Map of Corliss

Name: 1969 Topographic Map of Corliss
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1977
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1977

About this map

The Meadow River carves a striking oxbow known as The Loop as it winds through the mountains of Greenbrier, Fayette, and Nicholas Counties. This landscape is defined by the high ridges of Shawver Ridge and Keester Ridge, where small settlements like Nutterville and Keester sit along winding mountain roads. The rugged terrain transitions into broader areas such as Hickory Flat and Shillings Flat, while the higher peaks are marked by landmarks like the Sugargrove Knob Lookout Tower.

Industrial activity is prominent along the river corridor and surrounding slopes, evidenced by numerous Strip Mine operations and the Conrail rail line following the river's path. Local community life is anchored by family-named landmarks and rural institutions, including Sugargrove Ch, Minnie Bell Ch, and Cemetery Hill. At the southeastern corner of the survey, the community of Charmco sits near Roadside Park, marking a more developed hub in an otherwise wild and forested region.