2019 Map of Eskdale

About this map

Cabin Creek and Paint Creek carve deep valleys through the plateau of southern West Virginia, defining the development patterns of Eskdale, Decota, and Whittaker. This survey shows a landscape heavily influenced by local industry and topography, where settlements like Quarrier and Laing are confined to narrow hollows. The presence of Fratix-Traer Company Spring and Powerhouse Hollow suggests a legacy of industrial infrastructure tailored to the steep terrain. For genealogists, the map preserves the locations of Sight Hill Cem, Johnson Cem, and Perry Cem, often situated on high ground near Johnson Knob. The intricate network of local routes, including Coal Fork Rd and Quarrier Dr, illustrates the connectivity between these small communities along the Kanawha County and Boone County border.