1968 Map of Oceana
USGS Topo · Published 1976About this map
Ocean Mountain towers over a landscape defined by deep-cut stream valleys and the intensive resource extraction of the late 1960s. The northern reaches follow Huff Creek through the settlements of Cyclone and Lacoma, while the southern portion centers on the winding course of the Clear Fork river. This era represents a peak of industrial activity, with Strip Mine operations, Tipple Conveyor systems, and Mine Dump sites appearing throughout the hollows. The Norfolk and Western railroad serves as the primary artery for these operations, connecting mining nodes like Coal Mountain to the larger valley. Local life is anchored by community landmarks such as Coal Mountain Sch, Cyclone Ch, and the Clear Fork Valley Ch, providing a detailed look at West Virginia coal country before later economic shifts changed the regional footprint.
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Editions of this 1968 Oceana Map
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Historical Maps of Oceana Through Time
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