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1958 Map of Sissonville

Name: 1958 Topographic Map of Sissonville
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1976
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1976

About this map

The Pocatalico River meanders through a landscape defined by steep ridges and narrow hollows during the mid-20th century. This area, spanning the borders of Putnam, Jackson, and Kanawha counties, shows a dispersed rural settlement pattern typical of the West Virginia hills. Small communities and family landmarks are scattered throughout, including Liberty, Allens Chapel, and Cavelick. The map reveals a high density of local educational and religious institutions, such as Unexpected School, Betty L School, and the uniquely named Guiding Light Ch.

Industrial infrastructure is prominent, with numerous gas wells and major pipelines traversing Harris Ridge and Hogpen Ridge. The transition from earlier topography to 1970s updates is visible in purple, highlighting the development of Sissonville near the Pocatalico River and the expanding road network. Genealogists will find significant value in the documentation of family-named features like Fisher Knob and numerous remote burial sites, including the Britton Cem and Smith Cem.