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2014 Map of Grafton

Name: 2014 Topographic Map of Grafton
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2014
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2014

About this map

Grafton serves as a major regional hub where the Tygart Valley River meets a significant rail corridor. The town's layout is defined by its industrial and civic history, featuring numerous crossings such as the John F. Bennett Bridge and Bridge Street Bridge. The area is notably dense with commemorative sites, including the W Virginia National Cem and Southside National Cem, reflecting its importance in regional history and veteran remembrance.

Southward, the landscape transitions to the waters of Tygart Lake, fed by tributaries like Doe Run and Scab Run. Small communities and family landmarks such as Pruntytown, Webster, and Simpson are scattered across the terrain, connected by the historical path of the Baltimore and Ohio RR. These settlements, alongside numerous family burial grounds like Smith Cem and Walnut Grove Cem, provide a detailed record of the local genealogy and settlement patterns within Taylor County.