2019 Map of Sinks of Gandy

About this map

Osceola sits at the northern edge of this high-altitude landscape, where the waters of Gandy Cr disappear into the subterranean limestone passage known as the Sinks of Gandy. This 2019 survey documents a terrain defined by steep ridges and complex hydrology within the Monongahela National Forest. The map illustrates the headwaters of several significant West Virginia watercourses, including the E Fork Greenbrier River and the E Fork Glady Fork, which carve deep valleys between massive landforms like Rich Mtn and Burner Mtn. A rare ecological feature, Blister Swamp, is noted near Bayard Knob, highlighting the unique bog environments found in this portion of the Alleghenies. The area is intersected by the E Fork Trail and early transportation routes like the Class Q Rd, providing a detailed view of the remote access points into the high country.