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2014 Map of Rainelle

Name: 2014 Topographic Map of Rainelle
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2014
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2014

About this map

Rainelle serves as the primary hub of this region, situated where the Meadow River meets Little Sewell Cr. This 2014 survey documents the dense street grid of the town, including its historic connection to the James River and Kanawha Tpke. The topography is defined by the high ridges of Sewell Mtn and Wolfpen Ridge, which hem in smaller settlements like McRoss and Maywood.

Evidence of the area's industrial footprint is visible in the Monclo Slurry Pond and the complex terrain of Gould Hollow. Moving south toward Spring Dale, the landscape transitions into more isolated mountain hollows and high flats such as Chestnut Flat. Genealogists may find value in the location of the Henson Cem, while those studying regional infrastructure can trace the paths of WV-20 and Us-60 as they navigate the steep elevation changes between Laurel Creek Mtn and the valley floor.