2016 Map of Harman

About this map

The winding Levisa Fork carves through the landscape along the Kentucky-Virginia border, defining a topography of narrow valleys and named gaps. Settlement patterns follow the river and its numerous tributaries, with communities like Big Rock, Weller, and Harman established along the valley floor. The industrial influence of the region is evident at the Harman Mining Corporation Pond near Maxie, reflecting the importance of coal and resource extraction to this Appalachian corridor. Multiple family and community cemeteries, including Hackney Creek Cem, Ramey Cem, and Ratliff Cem, are preserved on the hillsides, providing essential locations for genealogical research. The complex network of hollows such as Pigeonroost Hollow and Bear Hollow contrasts with the road infrastructure of Riverside Dr and various state routes that connect these historically significant mountain settlements.