1932 Map of Falling Spring

About this map

The Jackson River carves a deep path through the heart of the George Washington National Forest, defining the geography of the border between Bath and Alleghany counties. During this era of the late 1920s and early 1930s, the landscape is a network of small settlements and rural institutions, including Greavers Mill and the Cedar Creek Sch. The Chesapeake and Ohio railroad follows the river's winding course, particularly through the dramatic passage of The Gorge, while older crossings like Jenkins Ford and the Smith Bridge indicate the historical importance of the river to local transit. High ridges such as Coles Mountain and Warm Springs Mtn. isolate narrow valleys where mountain communities established landmarks like Union Chapel and the Natural Well Ch.