2019 Map of Mustoe

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Vanderpool and Mustoe occupy the highland valleys of western Virginia in this 2019 survey of the Alleghenies. The landscape is defined by the sharp parallel ridges of Lantz Mtn, Back Creek Mtn, and Little Mtn, which channel the Jackson River and its tributaries like Back Cr and Bolar Run. This region, split between the Monongahela National Forest and George Washington National Forest, maintains a rural character with narrow access points such as Mill Gap and Lower Gap. Genealogists and local historians can find family landmarks and burial sites including Fairview Cem and Griffin Cem, alongside distinctive terrain features like Gregory Ridge, Kettle Hollow, and Big Valley. The road network, including the Jackson River Rd, follows the natural contours of the drafts and hollows, illustrating the enduring influence of the Appalachian geography on local transport.