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1953 Map of Buckingham

USGS Topo · Published 1974

About this map

Buckingham Mountain anchors the landscape of central Bucks County, rising above a network of farming hamlets and historic crossroads. This 1953 survey, with revisions through the early 1970s, captures the rural character of Buckingham and Solebury townships before the significant suburban expansion of the late 20th century. The Reading railroad line cuts through the valley, serving small stations and depots like Bycot Sta and Buckingham Valley. Along the southern reaches, Neshaminy Creek winds past Rushland and Bridge Valley, illustrating the traditional reliance on waterpower and creek-side transport. The map documents numerous community institutions, from the Solebury Ch and Mt Gilead Ch to several local schools, providing a detailed record of the social geography of the region. The inclusion of the Central Bucks County Municipal Airport near Doylestown signals the area's mid-century modernization within an otherwise agricultural setting.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1953
Date Published1974
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24,000
Physical Dimensions22.1 x 27 inches

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Source Details

SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain