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1954 Map of Centreville

Name: 1954 Topographic Map of Centreville
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1976
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1976

About this map

Centreville serves as the focal point of this Eastern Shore survey, situated where the Mill Stream and Yellow Bank Str meet at the head of the Corsica River. The town layout includes the High Sch and Kennard Sch, alongside Centreville Landing, which provided maritime access to the Chesapeake via the Chester River. The transition in transportation is evident as the Penn Central line runs through the county seat while an Old Railroad Grade remains visible to the southwest, marking a retired path of commerce.

Rural life is anchored by family and community landmarks like Salem Ch, Mt Zion Ch, and Earle Chapter Ch. Along the river necks, including Spaniard Neck and Corsica Neck, landings such as Ashland Ldg and Corsica Ldg connect the agricultural interior to the water. Modern mid-century additions like the Drive-in Theater near Starkey Corner contrast with historic sites like Indian Town and Ashland along the northern banks.