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2019 Map of Blooming Valley

Name: 2019 Topographic Map of Blooming Valley
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2019
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2019

About this map

Blooming Valley and the surrounding Crawford County highlands are defined by a complex network of glacial valleys and modern reservoirs. The landscape is anchored by Woodcock Creek Lake, a significant water feature that transformed the valley floor near Fountain House Corners and Woodcock Grange. This survey reveals a persistent rural settlement pattern where crossroads like Pinney Corners and Delamater Corners serve as landmarks for generations of local families.

Genealogists will find a high density of small family and community burial grounds, including the Swift Lang Cem, Coulter-Humes Cem, and Smith Cem, which speak to the long-standing agricultural roots of the region. The southern edge of the map transitions into the outskirts of Meadville, while the presence of the Gravel Run Airport and the expansive Black Ash Swamp highlight the varied uses of the land, from small-scale aviation to preserved natural wetlands along Gravel Run.