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1949 Map of Barton

Name: 1949 Topographic Map of Barton
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1949
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1949

About this map

Savage Mountain and the deep valleys of the Savage River State Forest dominate this post-war landscape in western Maryland. The settlement pattern is concentrated along the eastern edge where Georges Creek flows through the coal and industrial corridor, connecting towns like Barton, Moscow, and Pekin Nikep PO. This area shows a clear divide between the high, timbered ridges of the Savage River watershed and the more densely populated valley floor.

Local history and genealogy interests are well-served by the inclusion of remote landmarks such as High Rock Lookout and community anchors like Mt Zion Ch and St Gabriels Cem. The industrial footprint of the era is evident in the presence of a Strip Mine on Michaels Hill and the Pennsylvania railroad line tracking the river. Water resources are intricate, ranging from the major Potomac River at the southern boundary to numerous feeder runs like Poplar Lick Run and Turkey Lodge Run.