2014 Map of Iaeger

About this map

The town of Iaeger serves as the focal point for this survey of the Tug Fork river valley, where the confluence with the Dry Fork and Johnnycake Br dictates the settlement pattern. This area of McDowell County is characterized by winding river roads and deep hollows like Sal Gibson Hollow and Trail Holw, with numerous small communities such as Litwar, Avondale, and Beartown following the narrow valley floors. The landscape is dotted with family-named landmarks and cemeteries, including Lockhart Cem, Collins Cem, and Meadows Cem, providing valuable data for genealogical research. Notable infrastructure includes the D C Perry Memorial Bridge and the Lt Sara Blanche Vance Bridge, which facilitate travel through this complex terrain. High elevations like High Knob and Pine Knob overlook the interconnected branches and ridges, illustrating the industrial and residential development constrained by the geography of the coalfields.