1951 Map of Frostburg

About this map

Frostburg and the surrounding mining corridor of Georges Creek anchor this mid-century look at the Maryland coalfields. The landscape is defined by the sharp ridges of Savage Mountain and Dans Mountain, where industrial activity is woven into the terrain via the Cumberland and Pennsylvania RR and the Western Maryland RR. Key industrial sites like Borden Shaft and various strip mines appear alongside long-standing local landmarks such as Emmanuel Ch and the Beall Sch. To the north, the historic Mason and Dixon Line marks the border with Pennsylvania, while the eastern edge is dominated by the narrow gap at Narrows Park leading into Cumberland. From the smaller settlements of Lonaconing and Midland to the Mexico Farm Landing Field near the Potomac River, the map captures the transition from heavy rail-and-mine industry to modern infrastructure like the Cumberland Airport.