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1966 Map of Falls Creek

Name: 1966 Topographic Map of Falls Creek
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1994
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1994

About this map

Falls Creek and the surrounding borderlands of Jefferson and Clearfield Counties are defined by a complex industrial landscape of extraction and reclamation. The borough of Falls Creek serves as a central hub, while the sprawling Du Bois urban area occupies the southeastern corner. This mid-century survey reveals the extensive footprint of the regional coal industry, with numerous sites designated as Reclaimed Strip Mine or active Strip Mine. These industrial areas are woven between established rural communities such as Lanes Mills, Beechton, and the aptly named Coal Glen.

Transportation and resource management are key themes, with the Erie Junction railroad works and various pipelines crossing the terrain. Local history is anchored by landmarks like Wildwood Cem, Beechwoods Cem, and the historic Adrian Furnace. Significant natural and conservation spaces, including Kyle Lake and State Game Lands No 77, provide a stark contrast to the nearby gravel pits and tipples that fueled the local economy.