1949 Map of Frostburg

About this map

Frostburg serves as the focal point of this Allegany County survey, revealing a landscape defined by the intersection of early American transportation and Appalachian industry. The National Road and the Mason and Dixon Line traverse the northern and central portions of the sheet, while the town itself hosts the Frostburg State Teachers College. Heavy industrial activity is evident through numerous Strip Mines and settlements like Eckhart Mines, Borden Shaft, and Midlothian, all linked by the Western Maryland RR and the Cumberland and Pennsylvania RR. These rail lines navigate the steep grades of Big Savage Mountain and Little Savage Mountain, providing a route for coal and timber extraction from the Savage River State Forest. Local genealogy is well-supported by the presence of numerous small schools and cemeteries, including the Dutch Hollow Sch and Rose Meadow Cem, alongside smaller communities like Zihlman and Carlos.