1972 Map of Brookville

About this map

Brookville sits at the confluence of the Whitewater River and its forks, serving as a focal point for the region's transportation and water history in the early 1970s. The landscape is defined by the legacy of the Whitewater Canal, with preserved landmarks such as the Whitewater Canal Memorial Lock and an Aqueduct near the small settlement of Yellow Bank. The emergence of Brookville Lake to the northeast represents a significant hydrological shift for the area, contrasting with the older agricultural and ecclesiastical patterns found in the surrounding townships. Rural life is anchored by numerous country churches and cemeteries, including St Philomenas Ch in the south and Ebenezer Ch to the north. Industrial and commemorative sites are scattered throughout, from the Penn Central rail lines to the Flood Victims Memorial, reflecting the community's long relationship with the river valley.