2014 Map of Moatstown

About this map

The South Branch Potomac River flows through a landscape defined by significant elevations and agricultural traditions in this part of Pendleton County. The small settlements of Moatstown, Harper, and Zigler are situated along the river valley and its tributary gaps, surrounded by the protected lands of the Monongahela National Forest. Evidence of long-standing family landholdings is visible through numerous named springs, including the Rexrode Farm Spring, Moyer Farm Spring, and Sennett Farm Spring, which provided essential water sources for upland farms. The terrain is marked by a series of prominent peaks and ridges such as North Fork Mtn, Panther Knob, and Ruleman Mtn, which create a rugged backdrop for the river's path. Transport in this period relies heavily on Us-220, which follows the river's winding course, and smaller local routes like Smith Creek Rd and Black Thorn Rd that penetrate the mountain gaps.