Thurmond
State: West Virginia
County: Fayette County
Founded: 1873
Peak Population: 1,000+
Thurmond was the C&O Railway's largest revenue generator—more freight than Cincinnati and Richmond combined. Until 1921, the only access was by train. The railroad tracks served as Main Street. Now part of New River Gorge National Park, the Amtrak depot still operates.
Quick Facts
- Until 1921, the ONLY access was by train
- Railroad tracks served as Main Street
- Handled more freight than Cincinnati and Richmond combined
- Still an active Amtrak passenger stop
Location
Address: Thurmond, Fayette County, West Virginia
Coordinates: 37.9578, -81.0861