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2019 Map of Mud

Name: 2019 Topographic Map of Mud
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2019
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2019

About this map

The Mud River and its intricate drainage network define the topography of this corner of West Virginia, where the borders of Lincoln, Logan, and Boone counties meet. The small settlement of Cameo sits near the headwaters, surrounded by a landscape carved into numerous hollows such as Gritter Hollow, Boone Block Hollow, and Black Hog Hollow. Family history and local genealogy are deeply rooted in this terrain, as evidenced by the high density of hilltop and valley cemeteries, including Smith Cem, Stanley Cem, Antill Cem, and Tawney Cem.

Transportation through these narrow valleys relies on winding routes like Big Ugly Creek Rd and Co Hwy 10, which follow the natural contours of the land toward Mud Gap. The map details a complex system of forks and branches, such as Spruce Lick, Lavender Fork, and Baisden Fork, illustrating the isolated yet interconnected nature of these Appalachian communities. The presence of features like Coal Hollow and Hurricane Hollow reflects the industrial and environmental character of the region.