1969 Map of Coolspring

About this map

Knox Dale and Coolspring anchor this landscape during a period of extensive land reclamation and energy extraction. The map reveals a countryside characterized by numerous Reclaimed Strip Mines and scattered Gas Wells, illustrating the region's heavy reliance on subsurface resources. Despite this industrial footprint, older community foundations remain prominent through a network of small settlements and rural landmarks. Genealogists will find significant value in the documentation of local burial sites, including St Johns Cem, Coolspring Cems, and the Burkett Hollow Ch Cem near Markton. The terrain is deeply incised by waterways like Sandy Lick Creek and Little Sandy Creek, which historically dictated the placement of hamlets like Tait and Colon. Much of the eastern portion is dedicated to the State Game Lands No 31, preserving a stretch of forest between the Middle Branch Sandy Creek and Hickok Run.