2019 Map of Frankstown

About this map

The Frankstown Branch Juniata River carves a central path through this Blair County landscape, defining the valley between the steep ridges of Brush Mtn and Lock Mtn. Settlement is concentrated along the water and historical transport corridors, with Frankstown and Geeseytown serving as established hubs. The map reveals a high density of small family and community burial sites, such as the Markey Shinnefelt Burial Ground and the Claycomb Burial Site, which provide significant genealogical data for researchers of the region's early families. To the north, the Canoe Creek Lake area and the valley of Turkey Valley show a transition toward recreation and conservation. Small industrial footprints remain evident at Oreminea, where the Mines Methodist Church stands near old workings, while the presence of the White Bridge and crossings like Linds Crossing highlight the river's historical role in local connectivity.