1961 Map of Dover

About this map

The industrial and agricultural corridor of the Tuscarawas River valley is anchored by the growing settlements of Dover and New Philadelphia. This early 1960s landscape shows a significant reliance on the river and rail network, with the Pennsylvania and Baltimore And Ohio railroads servicing local commerce. The northern reaches of the map highlight the Muskingum Watershed Conservancy District, including the engineering of the Dover Dam. Rural life is evidenced by numerous landmarks such as Unity Grange and isolated houses of worship like Bisel Ch. Resource extraction is a visible driver of the local economy, with several Strip Mines and Gravel Pits dotting the terrain between the wooded hills of Lawrence and Fairfield. The presence of the County Fairground and Crater Stadium indicates a well-established community center in the valley.