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2010 Map of Pioneer

Name: 2010 Topographic Map of Pioneer
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2010
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2010

About this map

Mooney Mine and the Phillips Red Ash Mine reflect the legacy of the regional coal industry in this high-country landscape of the southern Appalachians. The terrain is defined by prominent peaks like Zeb Mountain and Braden Mountain, separated by deep gaps and hollows such as Botts Gap and Stillhouse Hollow. This complex topography dictated the flow of local commerce and travel, with roads like Lick Fork Rd and Old State Hwy 63 following the natural contours of the drainages.

Genealogists will find a wealth of family history preserved in the numerous burial grounds scattered throughout the valley floors, including the Valley View Cemetery, Baird Cemetery, and Lay Cemetery. These landmarks, along with many named knobs like Potato Knob and Hackle Knob, provide a clear picture of the rural settlement patterns that have persisted for generations near the headwaters of Lick Fork and Stinking Creek.