1959 Map of Alfarata

About this map

Jacks Mountain and the parallel ridges of Thick Mountain and Shade Mountain define the rhythmic topography of this Central Pennsylvania landscape. Between these summits, valley settlements such as Alfarata and Paintersville are connected by a network of rural roads and the Conrail rail line. The map reveals the local social fabric through landmarks like Decatur Sch and the Alfarata Cem, while the industrial and recreational character of the land is seen in the Strip Mine and the Wagner Lookout Tower. A distinctive historical detail is the Old Railroad Grade near Wagner, which points to an earlier era of transportation through the Decatur Valley. From the depths of Seawra Cave to the peaks of the Bald Eagle State Forest, this survey documents a mid-century community shaped by its deep limestone valleys.