1972 Map of Winslow

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The Guyandotte River winds through the northern reach of this quadrangle, forming a natural corridor for the Owens Crossing settlement and the adjacent Golf Course. In the early 1970s, the terrain south of the river is defined by a dense network of creek valleys and ridges, including Bowen Ridge and Hickory Ridge, which are dotted with numerous gas wells. The landscape shows a rural community structure centered around small settlements like Winslow, Macedonia, and Sarah. The southwestern corner is dominated by the Beech Fork Lake and the Beech Fork Lake Public Hunting and Fishing Area, highlighting the region's shift toward managed recreation. Genealogists will find several family burial sites, such as Crooks Cem and Wallace Cem, alongside local institutions like McComas Sch and Green Valley Chapel.