2016 Map of Cuzzart

About this map

Briery Mountains dominate the central landscape of this Preston County survey, defining the rugged geography between the settlements of Cuzzart and Afton. The terrain is deeply incised by a dense network of watercourses, including Muddy Cr and Beaver Cr, which have historically dictated the placement of mountain roads like the Brandonville Pike. Genealogists will find significant value in the distribution of family-named landmarks and resting places, such as Parnell Cem near Cuzzart and the Miller Cem further south. The map documents a transition from traditional Appalachian crossroad communities like Lenox and Orr toward more modern recreational footprints, evidenced by the extensive trail system surrounding Big Bear Lake. This 2016 data preserves the locations of vital local institutions, from the White Oak School to small high-altitude settlements like Dority, established among the peaks of the West Virginia highlands.