1970 Map of Brownsburg

About this map

West Fork White Lick Creek and its many tributaries carve through the heart of Hendricks County, providing the topographic backbone for the growing settlements of Brownsburg and Pittsboro. In this 1970 snapshot, the transition from agricultural land to suburban development is evident, particularly around Arbuckle Acres Park and the burgeoning residential grids north of the Conrail line. The landscape is dotted with generational landmarks, from the St Malachy West Cem and Abner Creek Cem to the historic Bartlett Chapel. Local transportation and utility infrastructure are well-documented, featuring the Baltimore and Ohio railroad corridor and the Brownsburg Airfield. The map also captures several man-made water features such as Iola Lake and Ledgewood Lake, which reflect the mid-century development of recreational and residential communities in central Indiana.