1959 Map of Albion

About this map

Elk Creek and its winding tributaries define the landscape of western Erie County, where the historic Yellowstone Trail cuts across the northern terrain near Girard. The 1959 survey reveals a rural infrastructure built on rail and local institutions, with the Bessemer and Lake Erie railroad serving industrial points like the Gravel Pit and passing through the heart of Albion. Local history is preserved in the numerous named burial grounds and rural schoolhouses that dot the townships, including Drury Cem and the Elk Creek Sch. Further south, the community of Lundys Lane sits at a crossroads near the Northwestern High Sch, while more remote landmarks like the Covered Bridge on Little Elk Creek and the Port Albion Airport reflect the era's blend of traditional and modern transportation.