1996 Map of Myrtle

About this map

Laurel Creek State Wildlife Management Area dominates this portion of Mingo County, showcasing a landscape defined by the winding drainages of Pigeon Creek and Twelvepole Creek. The mid-1990s terrain is marked by significant industrial activity, including a prominent Conveyor system near a Strip Mine and Mine Dump in the northeast. Small hollow-based settlements like Myrtle, Scarlet, and Dingess are connected by narrow roads following the creek beds, a typical settlement pattern for this coal-bearing region. Genealogists will find an exceptional density of family-named burial sites, such as Ooten Cem, Gilman Cem, and Marcum Cem, alongside rural landmarks like the Lily of the Valley Ch and Bethany Ch. This survey captures the area just as the boundary between the Kermit and Harvey districts was established, reflecting a moment of transition for these mountain communities.