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1960 Map of Gaston

Name: 1960 Topographic Map of Gaston
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1982
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1982

About this map

Gaston and the surrounding township lands of Van Buren, Washington, and Harrison are captured in this mid-century topographic record, reflecting the agricultural and community fabric of northern Delaware County. The landscape is defined by its small-town anchors and numerous country institutions, including Prairie Grove Ch and Epworth Ch.. Institutional landmarks such as the Miami Reserve Christian Camp and the Bethel Home-Place for Boys near Bethel provide unique insights into the social history of the region.

The drainage patterns across the flat terrain are marked by Pipe Creek, Killbuck Creek, and the curiously named Old Prairie Swamp. Surveyed primarily in 1960 with updates through 1980, the map illustrates the persistence of rural landmarks like the Township Sch and family-named cemeteries such as Thompson Cem. This edition provides a clear view of the area's transition into the late 20th century, with purple photo-revisions documenting newer woodland growth and residential shifts around the core settlement of Gaston.