Roaring Run Furnace, Historic blast furnace in Botetourt County, US
The Roaring Run Furnace features a stone structure with hearth and casting shed components, showcasing early 19th-century industrial engineering methods.
Built around 1832, this furnace operated for five decades, contributing to Virginia's iron production during a period of rapid industrial expansion.
The furnace represents the technological advancement of iron smelting in Virginia, reflecting the shift from agricultural to industrial practices.
Located northwest of Eagle Rock on VA 621 at 450 Roaring Run Road, the furnace site occupies less than one acre of preserved land.
The furnace structure maintains its original stone construction and demonstrates the complete iron smelting process from the antebellum period.
Location: Botetourt County
GPS coordinates: 37.70780,-79.89330
Latest update: September 23, 2025 14:24
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