1960 Map of Bergholz

About this map

Mechanicstown and Bergholz anchor this topographic view of the eastern Ohio hills, where industrial activity and rural life converged in the mid-20th century. The landscape is defined by the winding course of Yellow Creek and numerous tributaries like Friday Creek and Elkhorn Creek. The map documents a significant era of coal extraction, with numerous Strip Mine operations concentrated in the northeast and southeast corners, illustrating the heavy footprint of surface mining on the local terrain. Infrastructure for both transport and communication is evident through the Penn Central railroad lines and the Radio Range Station located in the township of Lee. Local history is preserved in small landmarks such as Scroggsfield Ch and several family burying grounds, including Snyder Cem and Palmer Cem, while the location of Willis Sch marks the educational centers of this dispersed community.