2016 Map of Barnesboro

About this map

The West Branch Susquehanna River carves through the coal-rich highlands of northern Cambria and Indiana Counties, defining the development of a string of industrial and residential settlements. The boroughs of Barnesboro and Spangler, later consolidated as Northern Cambria, appear alongside satellite communities like Marsteller and Emeigh. This landscape is marked by its deep religious and community heritage, evidenced by numerous burial grounds such as Saint Marys Cem, Saint Patricks Cem, and the McDowell Cem located near Spruce. Water management for the region is centered on the Cherry Tree Reservoir and Pioneer Lake, while the convergence of smaller tributaries like Cush Cushion Cr and Moss Cr highlights the complex drainage system of the Allegheny Front. The map traces the historical footprints of Garmantown, Greenwich, and Watkins, providing a detailed look at the local road networks and land divisions at the county lines.