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1960 Map of Eaton South

Name: 1960 Topographic Map of Eaton South
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1988
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1988

About this map

Sevenmile Creek carves a path through the southern townships of Preble County, anchoring the transition between the urban center of Eaton and the rural southern landscapes. This 1960 survey, updated in the late 1980s, reveals a terrain marked by ancient and historical sites, from the prominent Indian Mound near Mound Hill Cemetery to the sprawling Fort St Clair State Park. The map documents a cluster of communal and recreational landmarks, including the Woodland Trails Boy Scout Camp and Camp Cartwright, while small unincorporated settlements like Muttonville, Sugar Valley, and Posterville dot the road network.

Industrial and public infrastructure is clearly defined, with sand and gravel pits along the waterways and institutional sites like the St Clair Springs Childrens Home. For genealogists, the map provides precise locations for family and community resting places such as Quaker Ridge Cem, Gard Cem, and Poyner Cem. The local geography is further characterized by distinct natural features like the Devils Backbone and the winding course of Paint Creek.