2016 Map of Shady Spring

About this map

The mountain settlements of Shady Spring and Cool Ridge anchor this detailed study of the Appalachian highlands along the Raleigh and Summers county line. The landscape is defined by the high ridges of Shady Spring Mtn and White Oak Mtn, which frame a complex network of headwaters including Glade Cr and the Little Bluestone River. Significant water management features, such as the Beckley Water Supply Number One Lake and Glade Cr Reservoir, demonstrate the infrastructure supporting these growing residential communities. A network of recreational paths, including the Beaver Creek Trail and Railroad Grade Trail, winds through the northern portion of the map near Little Beaver Lake. These trails, combined with the established road networks of Ghent and Daniels, reveal a modern era where old mountain passes have transitioned into vital transportation and recreational corridors.