1969 Map of Meadow Creek

About this map

The New River carves a deep path through the West Virginia highlands in this late-1960s survey, dictating the placement of infrastructure and settlements. The Chesapeake and Ohio railroad follows the river's winding banks, connecting the riverside community of Meadow Creek and the settlement of Sandstone near the broad Sandstone Falls. Higher elevations are defined by the prominent Backus Mountain and Irish Mountain, where scattered mountain life is documented through landmarks like Little Laurel Ch, Oak Grove Ch, and the Harrah Cem. Industrial activity is evident on the ridges, with a Tipple and Conveyor marked near the Mine and various Strip Mine operations. This map provides a detailed view of the Fayette, Summers, and Raleigh county borders as they converge in the steep terrain of the New Haven and Green Sulphur districts.