1926 Map of Warm Springs

About this map

Alleghany Mountain forms the dramatic backbone of this mid-1920s survey, where the state line between West Virginia and Virginia weaves across high ridges and deep gaps. This landscape is defined by the convergence of Pocahontas Co, Greenbrier Co, and Bath Co, creating a secluded network of hollows and runs. The settlement of Minnehaha Springs serves as a local hub near Knapp Creek, while the rural educational and spiritual life of the era is preserved through several small institutions, including Westminster Church, Sunset School, and Browns Creek School. The rugged terrain is evidenced by evocative place names like Mad Tom, Mad Sheep, and Grindstone Knob. The map traces a system of mountain travel through points such as Rider Gap, connecting isolated settlements like Rimel to the broader river valleys defined by Anthony Creek and Meadow Creek.