The pictures contained on this page is an effort to provide a photographic documentation of the history of Floyd County, Ky.

Submission of photos to be included in this gallery will be appreciated. We are interested in pictures of individuals, family groups, places, and events. We are also interested in pictures from surrounding counties that once was part of Floyd County. Any pictures submitted and used will have proper credit given to the submitter.

For additional Floyd County Photos please visit The Samuel May Archive and The Samuel May House.

The following mini-gallery consists of various photographs related to railroads in Floyd County. The Chesepeake & Ohio maintained rail service through Floyd County. For many years both Freight and Passenger service was maintained.

Railroad crossing at mouth of Stephens Branch. The Miles May House is at right. Photograph taken by John W. Hall in 1936. Freight, Coal and Passenger service was maintained on the Beaver Creeks for many years. For a larger image, click here.

Bucks Branch Crossing at old C & O Depot, south end of Martin, KY, 1952. Note the heavy black steam of the steam locomotive. For a larger image, click here.

Martin switchyard, 1940, looking north from the C & O Depot. For a larger image, click here.

Bridge Street, Martin, Kentucky. On the right is the Pismas Resturant, and the A. J. Justice residence. On the left is the Z. C. Dingus store and residence.. For a larger image, click here.

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