2016 Map of Brush Valley

About this map

Brush Valley and its surrounding countryside are defined by a network of creeks and ridge-top settlements in this 2016 survey. The terrain is marked by notable elevations such as Strongs Hill, Moose Hill, and Evans Hill, which overlook a complex drainage system including Yellow Creek and Brush Cr. The northern portion of the map is dominated by the Two Lick Creek Reservoir, while smaller water bodies like Lake Margus and the uniquely named Pond Number Four dot the landscape. A distinct pattern of rural life is evident through the numerous family and community burial grounds, including Brush Valley Cem, Frye Cem, and Bethel Cem. The map also traces a series of recreational paths such as the Black Hawk Trail and Damsite Trail, which wind through the hills alongside traditional routes like Chestnut Ridge Rd. Small clusters of homes at Suncliff, Rico, and Littletown illustrate the persistent settlement patterns of central Pennsylvania.