1961 Map of Allensville

About this map

Allensville and the small settlement of Stella anchor this landscape during a period of transition in southeastern Ohio. The map reveals a rural economy shifting toward resource extraction, evidenced by numerous Gas Wells and visible Strip Mines that dot the ridges and creek valleys. Amidst this industrial presence, the cultural fabric of the area remains visible through its numerous country churches and cemeteries, such as Chestnut Grove Ch and Spunk Cem. A notable piece of local infrastructure, the Covered Bridge across a tributary of Middle Fork, stands as a testament to earlier transport methods.