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1966 Map of Commercial Point

Name: 1966 Topographic Map of Commercial Point
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1988
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1988

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Scioto River valley lands south of Columbus reveal a landscape transitioning between mid-century agriculture and growing suburban infrastructure. The 1966 data, updated with 1980s developments in purple, highlights the expansion of Grove City and the sprawling grounds of the Orient State Institute. Along the western bank of the river, small settlements like Shadeville and Commercial Point maintain their footing amidst a network of named country roads such as Rensch Road and Orders Road.

Genealogists and local researchers can locate numerous historical burial grounds, including Seeds Cem, Beckett Cem, and Scioto Cem, alongside community landmarks like Jackson Chapel. The drainage of the region is well-defined by tributaries like Plum Run and Grant Run, which cut through the townships of Jackson and Scioto. The presence of the Southwestern Technical Sch and Buckeye Boys Ranch points to the area's role in regional education and social services during this era.