1950 Map of Frostburg

About this map

Savage Mountain and Dans Mountain dominate the topography of this Allegany County region, where the ridge-and-valley landscape of the mid-twentieth century is defined by its deep coal mining roots and heavy rail infrastructure. The industrial activity of the era is evidenced by numerous Strip Mines and specialized company settlements like Borden Shaft and Klondike. Strategic transportation corridors like the National Pike and the Cumberland and Pennsylvania railroad navigate the gaps and narrows, connecting centers like Frostburg and Mount Savage to the bustling hub at Cumberland Airport. Genealogists will find a wealth of local landmarks, from family-named sites like Sampson Rock and Loar Hill to a significant number of rural burial grounds, including the Rose Meadow Cemetery and Warner Cemetery. The map also captures the transition from Maryland into Pennsylvania and West Virginia along the Potomac River and Wills Creek.