2023 Map of Erbacon

About this map

Centralia and Erbacon anchor this detailed survey of the Braxton and Webster County line, where the local economy and topography are inextricably linked to the winding course of the Elk River and Little Birch River. The landscape is defined by prominent elevations such as Barker Ridge, Big Mountain, and the distinct Pilot Knob, with deep hollows carved by dozens of drainages like Laurel Creek and Carpenter Fork. Genealogists will find several burial sites preserved on this terrain, including the Centralia Cem, the McCourt - Cogar Cem along Houston Run, and Sunset Memorial Park near Erbacon. The presence of Coal Mine Rd near Spruce Fork reflects the region's industrial ties, while the dense network of rural routes like Hickory Flats Rd and Bakers Run Rd provides a clear view of the modern road system as it follows the historical contours of the West Virginia mountains.