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1945 Map of Driftwood

Name: 1945 Topographic Map of Driftwood
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1956
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1956

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Sinnemahoning Creek and its complex tributaries dictate the landscape of this rugged Pennsylvania interior, where the Pennsylvania RR and Baltimore and Ohio RR follow the narrow valleys. The confluence of the Driftwood Branch Sinnemahoning Creek and Bennett Branch Sinnemahoning Creek at Driftwood serves as a central hub for the small rail-aligned settlements of Huntley, Cameron, and Sterling.

This mid-century survey reveals a network of family and community landmarks, including the Hicks Run Cem and the Mason Cem tucked into the steep hollows. The presence of the Stone Quarry near Garden Hill and schools like First Fork Sch illustrates the localized economy and social structure of the era. The terrain is deeply incised by numerous runs and drafts, such as Wykoff Run and Lushbaugh Run, which defined the boundaries for the townships of Lumber, Grove, and Gibson.