2011 Map of Lavalette

About this map

Twelvepole Creek and its many meandering tributaries define the landscape of this region south of Huntington in the early 21st century. The map centers on the community of Lavalette, where the creek system supports a network of small settlements including Dickson, Ardel, and Shoals. Local genealogy is well-represented through the locations of the Mount Vernon Cemetery and Smith Cemetery, while the presence of the Shoals Post Office indicates the enduring identity of these rural hubs. The eastern portion of the sheet is dominated by the waters of Beech Fork and the infrastructure of the Beech Fork Lake Dam. The terrain is characterized by a dense web of hollows and ridges, with family-named geographic features such as Medley Fork, Childers Branch, and Garrett Creek illustrating the long-standing community ties to the land.