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Central Appalachian Shale Barren (Southern Type) – CEGL006562
In the Ridge and Valley shale districts, shale barrens stand out as rocky, thinly wooded areas on steep, cliff-like slopes subtending streams and rivers.  Along the Cowpasture River near Williamsville, Bath County.

 © Gary P. Fleming
Central Appalachian Shale Barren (Southern Type) – CEGL006562