2019 Map of Welch

About this map

Welch serves as the central hub of this coal-country landscape in McDowell County, where narrow valleys dictate the layout of industrial and residential life. Settlements such as Hemphill, Maitland, and Superior follow the winding course of Elkhorn Cr, while Havaco and Jed are situated along the Rockhouse Br. The terrain is defined by steep ridges like Indian Ridge and Belcher Mtn, with local history preserved in the New Belcher Mountain Community Cem and Old Belcher Mountain Community Cem. Transportation is heavily influenced by the topography, with Davy-Roderfield Rd and the Welch Municipal Airport providing key connections. The map illustrates the dense clustering of communities like Wilcoe and Gary in the southern portion of the quadrangle, reflecting the region's enduring reliance on the river and creek bottoms for infrastructure.