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1963 Map of Chesterfield

Name: 1963 Topographic Map of Chesterfield
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1975
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1975

About this map

Pocahontas State Park and the surrounding Pocahontas State Forest dominate the southern portion of this landscape, centered on the waters of Swift Creek Lake and Third Branch Lake. The 1963 survey shows a region in transition as suburban developments like Hylton Park, Penn Acres, and Wilkinson Terrace emerge north of the parklands. This growth is evidenced by a high density of educational institutions, including the Manchester High Sch, Tomahawk Academy Sch, and the Gills Country Day Sch.

Beyond the residential expansion, the map details established rural landmarks such as the State Prison Camp near the Five Forks junction and the Licking Creek Fishing Club. Traditional community centers are well-represented by numerous local congregations like Spring Creek Ch and Providence Ch, alongside the sprawling Dale Mem Park (Cemetery), providing a detailed view of the county's mid-century social and physical infrastructure.