1910 Map of Sutton Special

About this map

Sutton sits as a central hub along the winding Elk River, serving as the gateway to a landscape defined by deep river valleys and the early expansion of the timber and coal industries. This 1908 survey, published in 1910, illustrates the intricate transport network of central West Virginia, where the Coal and Coke Ry and the Baltimore and Ohio RR follow the contours of the waterways to reach isolated settlements. Notable rural post offices such as Gillespie Hyer PO and Bakers Run Levi PO emphasize the era's reliance on river-bottom communities for commerce and communication. The map captures the rugged interior before modern highway development, highlighting the significance of the Holly River and the Birch River in shaping the early 20th-century geography of Braxton and Webster counties.