2019 Map of Cumberland

About this map

Cumberland sits at a critical geographic nexus where the North Branch Potomac River meets Wills Creek, serving as a gateway through the Appalachian ridges. This modern survey illustrates the dense infrastructure required to navigate this corridor, featuring the Brush Tunnel and Knobly Tunnel, alongside the legacy of the Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historical Park. The landscape is defined by steep ridges like Haystack Mtn and Shriver Ridge, which have historically funneled transportation through the narrow gap known as The Narrows. This topography created a concentrated network of rail junctions including Mount Savage Junction and Eckhart Junction. Beyond the industrial center, the map details numerous smaller communities such as Ellerslie, Corriganville, and La Vale, while preserving the locations of local landmarks like Saint Patricks Cem and Rose Hill Cem, which offer significant value for genealogical research in this long-settled river valley.