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1959 Map of Bethany

Name: 1959 Topographic Map of Bethany
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1961
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1961

About this map

Bethany College and the historical Alexander Campbell Mansion anchor this survey of the northern panhandle, where steep ridges and winding creek beds define the local geography. The landscape is characterized by its dual identity as both an academic hub and a rural industrial corridor, with McKinleyville and West Liberty serving as primary population centers. The presence of West Liberty State College in the south and Bethany to the north highlights the area's long-standing educational significance.

Beyond the campus grounds, the map reveals a working countryside marked by resource extraction, including the Stipple Mine and various unnamed mining operations. These industrial sites are interspersed with spiritual and community landmarks like Stone Chapel Ch and Castleman Run Ch. The drainage patterns of Buffalo Creek and Short Creek carve through prominent terrain features such as McAdoo Ridge and Apple Pie Ridge, illustrating the challenging topography that influenced 20th-century road placement and settlement.