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1969 Map of Gauley Bridge

Name: 1969 Topographic Map of Gauley Bridge
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1973
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1973

About this map

Gauley Mountain dominates the central landscape of this 1969 topographic study, where the Gauley River and New River converge to form the Kanawha River. The river valleys are dense with industrial and transportation infrastructure, featuring the C & O and Penn Central railroads that parallel the winding waterways. Local settlements like Gauley Bridge, Glen Ferris, and Belva are concentrated along these narrow corridors, tucked between steep slopes and the water.

Evidence of the region's resource-based economy is visible in the numerous gas wells and the Scrabble Strip Mine scattered across the uplands. The convergence of rail lines at K & M Junction and the presence of the Powerplant near Kanawha Falls highlight the importance of this junction as a hub for both power generation and coal transport. Family history and community landmarks are represented by sites such as Bailey Memorial Ch, Hill Cem, and the Hawks Nest Country Club.