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1958 Map of Duty

Name: 1958 Topographic Map of Duty
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1984
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1984

About this map

Sandy Ridge and Long Ridge anchor the landscape of this Central Appalachian coal country, where the borders of Dickenson, Buchanan, and Russell counties converge. The mapping shows an economy and geography defined by industrial extraction and small creek-side settlements. Extensive mining operations are prominent, specifically the Moss No 3 Mine and various Strip mines near the Sourwood Mountain divide.

Genealogists and local researchers will find a high density of family-named landmarks and cemeteries, such as the Sutherland Cem, Dye Cem, and Musick Cem. Small community centers are marked by rural schools and churches, including Bartonstown Sch, Cane Creek Sch, and the Mt Pleasant Ch. Transport and access follow the winding paths of the many water bodies, including Indian Creek and Fryingpan Creek, which carve deep hollows like Grizzle Hollow and Yowling Hollow into the ridges.