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1969 Map of Oak Hill

Name: 1969 Topographic Map of Oak Hill
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1973
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1973

About this map

The industrial and community landscape of Fayette County is defined here by a dense network of coal-related infrastructure and established settlements. In the northern section, Oak Hill and its surrounding neighborhoods like Rosedale and East Oak Hill show significant development, with local landmarks such as Collins High Sch and the Radio Tower (WOAY) serving as community anchors. The regional economy is evidenced by numerous Strip Mine sites, Tipple locations, and an Air Shaft near Carlisle, all interconnected by the Norfolk And Western and Chesapeake And Ohio railroads.

Contrasting the industrial activity, the Plum Orchard Lake Hunting And Fishing Area provides a large recreational space centered on Plum Orchard Lake. Moving south toward Mount Hope and Kilsyth, the terrain becomes increasingly complex around Packs Mountain and Turkey Knob. Notable genealogical markers include the Odd Fellows Cem and Bays Cem, while smaller settlements such as Glen Jean, Derryhale, and Scarbro illustrate the historical density of this mining district.