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1965 Map of Beavertown

Name: 1965 Topographic Map of Beavertown
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1966
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1966

About this map

Penns Creek carves through the northern reaches of this mid-1960s survey, marking the boundary between the rugged slopes of Bald Eagle State Forest and the agricultural valleys of central Pennsylvania. The landscape is defined by the parallel ridges of Penns Creek Mountain and Jacks Mountain, creating secluded corridors like Henstep Valley. In the lowlands, a string of rural settlements including Beavertown, Beaver Springs, and Troxelville anchor the local community.

Genealogists will find a wealth of local landmarks, from the Cedar Hill Cem and Union Cem to numerous rural houses of worship such as Messiah Ch and Gods Missionary Ch. The persistence of local heritage is visible in the presence of a Covered Bridge spanning Middle Creek. The map also captures specialized land use, including the Cameron Airport near Benfer and the extensive State Game Lands No 188, reflecting a region where timber, farming, and recreation converge.