2016 Map of South Parkersburg

About this map

South Parkersburg and the surrounding Wood County landscape are defined by the convergence of steep Appalachian ridges and the winding corridors of the Little Kanawha River Rail-Trail. This 2016 survey documents the suburban expansion of Lubeck and Blennerhassett, contrasting the residential developments of South Parkersburg with the more rural, hollow-filled terrain to the south. Numerous family-named landmarks and cemeteries, such as the Sunset Memory Gardens and Posey Cem, offer significant leads for genealogical research. The map illustrates a modern infrastructure network where historical routes like the Elizabeth Pike and Southern Hwy navigate the complex topography of Homewood Ridge and Locust Ridge. Cultural and educational centers are anchored by West Virginia Univ at Parkersburg, while the landscape is punctuated by evocative local names like Tight Squeeze Hollow and Wildcat Hollow, reflecting the traditional naming conventions of the West Virginia hills.