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1961 Map of Cortland

Name: 1961 Topographic Map of Cortland
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1980
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1980

About this map

Mosquito Creek Lake State Park and the burgeoning community of Cortland define this corner of Trumbull County during the mid-20th century. The map illustrates a landscape transitioning from traditional rural crossroads to suburban development, with several family-named landmarks such as Kellogg Corners, Sheldon Corners, and Chadwick Corners still anchoring the local geography. Significant infrastructure including the Youngstown Municipal Airport and the Conrail rail line highlights the region's importance as a transportation hub for Northeast Ohio.

Genealogists will find several small burial grounds across the townships, including Hillside Cem, Christian Cem, and Dugan Cem. The presence of Lakeview High Sch and several recreational landmarks like the Tamer Win Country Club and a local Drag Strip reflects the social fabric of the era. The terrain is marked by seasonal drainages like Confusion Run and Spring Run that feed into the large reservoir, influencing the layout of the road network and property boundaries.