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2016 Map of Peterson

Name: 2016 Topographic Map of Peterson
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2016
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2016

About this map

Bealls Mills and the high ridges of Lewis County define this landscape, where the headwaters of numerous forks and runs carve deep into the Allegheny Plateau. The topography is marked by significant elevations like Pine Knob and Rush Knob, with the local road network often following the narrow hollows such as Rohrbough Hollow and Camden Hollow. Small settlements and naming conventions suggest a history tied to specific families and local industry, including Bennett, Finster, and Gillooly.

Genealogists may find interest in Saint Bernard Cem and Rhodes Cem, while the presence of Hevener's Orchard Trail and the Rush Run Access Trail indicates how the land has transitioned toward recreational use. The map also records the jurisdictional boundaries where Lewis, Gilmer, and Braxton counties meet near Tully Ridge, providing a clear look at the rural West Virginia interior during the early 21st century.