1960 Map of Bridgeville

About this map

Mayview State Hospital and Kane Memorial Hospital anchor the western landscape of this Allegheny County region during a period of significant suburban expansion. The map documents the intricate rail networks of the mid-20th century, including the Montour Railroad and the Pittsburgh and West Virginia Railway, which weave through valleys shaped by Chartiers Creek and Piney Fork. While residential developments like Ruthfred Acres and Broadlawn Highlands reflect the post-war growth of Bethel Park and Bridgeville, the industrial heritage of the area remains visible through features such as the Mine Dump near Beadling. This transition from an extraction-based economy to a commuter suburb is further evidenced by the numerous parochial institutions, including the Immaculate Heart of Mary Seminary and St Francis Academy, alongside sprawling memorial parks like Queen of Heaven Cemetery.