1948 Map of Austin

About this map

Austin sits at the southern confluence of several mountain streams in the high Allegheny Plateau, where the waters of Freeman Run and its various branches meet. This 1948 survey reveals a landscape deeply carved by numerous hollows, including Bark Shanty Hollow and Hoxie Hollow, which dictate the placement of local roads and small settlements. The upper reaches of the Allegheny River cut through the northern edge of the quadrangle near Mina, while the southern border features the First Fork Sinnemahoning Creek. An Old Railroad Grade follows the river valley, marking the legacy of the region's early timber and industrial transport network. Isolated rural landmarks like the Inez Sch and a Pumping Sta reflect the sparse but persistent development within the townships of Roulette, Eulalia, and Sylvania.