2016 Map of Thurmond

About this map

The New River carves a deep, winding path through the heart of the New River Gorge National River, a landscape defined by sharp elevation changes and riverside settlements. This area, spanning from Oak Hill to the rugged slopes of Beury Mtn, preserves the footprint of a coal and rail-driven economy. At the center of the gorge lies Thurmond, accessible by the Thurmond Bridge and Thurmond St, surrounded by other historic riverside points like Sewell, Beury, and Claremont. High above the river, plateau communities like Minden and Sanger are connected by a network of secondary roads, including Sanger Rd. The map also traces the former industrial and social life of the region through landmarks like the Meadow Fork School and the remote McKendree hospital site, while Gethsemane Memorial Gardens near Pea Ridge serves as a modern touchstone for local genealogy.