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1968 Map of Columbus

Name: 1968 Topographic Map of Columbus
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1975
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1975

About this map

Brokenstraw Creek and Hare Creek define the drainage patterns of this corner of Warren County, where the valley floors are marked by significant wetlands like Tamarack Swamp and Benson Swamp. The landscape is a mix of agricultural uplands and concentrated transportation corridors, with the Penn Central and Erie-Lackawanna railroads both cutting through the territory. These rail lines served as the backbone for settlements such as Columbus, Bear Lake, and the small industrial hub at Colza.

Genealogists can find several family and community burial sites, including Pine Valley Cem, Westlawn Cem, and Curtis Cem. The map also documents the mid-century industrial footprint through numerous Gas Wells, Oil Wells, and several Gravel Pits scattered near the creek beds. Rural life is reflected in family-named landmarks like Humphrey Hill and Ingersall Hill, as well as the transition from rail to highway at Scotts Crossing.