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1958 Map of Winfield

Name: 1958 Topographic Map of Winfield
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1976
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1976

About this map

The Kanawha River serves as the central artery for this portion of Putnam County, driving the settlement patterns and industrial infrastructure of the mid-20th century. Major riverside hubs include Winfield, the county seat, and Buffalo, where the Conrail line parallels the water to support regional transit. The map documents the vital Winfield Lock Dam No 1 Gaging Sta, a critical piece of river navigation infrastructure during this era.

Away from the water, the terrain transitions into the distinct topography of Teays Valley and the elevated reaches of Cross Ridge. Rural life is marked by numerous country schools and churches, such as White Star Sch and Dunlap Chapel, which served the scattered residents along Eighteenmile Creek and Hurricane Creek. The map also captures several industrial and community landmarks, including a quarry near Cross Creek and the Buffalo Memorial Park.