1944 Map of Clarksville

About this map

Clarksville serves as the central hub for this 1944 War Department survey, which highlights the rural landscape of southern Howard County during the mid-century. The map meticulously records the local social geography, from the Dayton School and Highland School to prominent houses of worship like Mt Zion Church, Linden Church, and Hopkins Chapel. The terrain is defined by the winding course of the Middle Patuxent River and the Patuxent River, which forms the boundary with Montgomery County to the south. Transportation and infrastructure of the era are visible through several labeled spans, including Snell Bridge, Iron Bridge, and Hammond Bridge. Further utility is noted at the Pumping Station and Transformer Station near the river, reflecting the local infrastructure supporting the growing communities of Fulton, Simpsonville, and Scaggsville.