2023 Map of Thornton
USGS Topo · Published 2023About this map
Grafton and its outlying neighborhoods of Blueville and Lucretia anchor the western edge of this landscape, where the Tygart Valley River curves through the southern hills. The terrain is defined by a series of narrow hollows and ridges, including Wilson Ridge and Siggens Hollow, which historically dictated the paths of local roads like the Knottsville highway. Small settlements such as Millertown, Hiram, and Claude are scattered across the central uplands, often centered near community landmarks like the Knottsville Cem or Mount Pleasant Cem. The northeastern corner transitions into Preston County, marked by Larew Airport and Bethel Cem, while the southern reaches follow the winding course of Sandy Creek and its many tributaries. This detailed survey documents the intersection of Taylor, Barbour, and Preston counties, showing the persistence of rural mountain hamlets and family cemeteries amidst the high ridges of north-central West Virginia.
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