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2011 Map of Craigsville

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

USGS Topo · Published 2011

About this map

The Calfpasture River carves a path through the heart of this Appalachian landscape, where narrow valleys and gaps dictate the layout of community and commerce. The town of Craigsville serves as a primary hub, centered around the Craigsville Post Office and Craigsville Memorial Cemetery. The terrain is defined by a series of named hollows and drafts, such as Staples Hollow and Ramsey Draft, which reveal the deep-seated local nomenclature tied to family names and natural features.

Smaller settlements and clearings like Bells Valley and Estaline Valley are tucked between prominent heights including Sideling Hill and Archer Knob. A network of rural routes, including Clayton Mill Rd and Wallace Mill Rd, follow the natural contours of the land, connecting isolated residences to the larger community structure. This map provides a clear view of the complex hydrography of the region, from the main river to tributaries like Elephant Creek and Toma Run.