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1946 Map of Glen Union

Name: 1946 Topographic Map of Glen Union
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1964
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1964

About this map

The West Branch Susquehanna River carves a deep, winding path through this central Pennsylvania landscape, serving as the primary corridor for movement and settlement. Small communities like Glen Union and Whetham are positioned along the river's banks, connected by the Bucktail Trail and the Pennsylvania Railroad line. The surrounding terrain is defined by a dense network of steep hollows and runs, including Rattlesnake Run and Smokestack Hollow, which feed into the main river valley.

Upland features indicate a mix of resource management and early infrastructure, notably the Whetham Fire Tower standing watch over the high ridges of Gallagher and Grugan townships. A significant Pipe Line cuts across the northern reaches near Lucullus, traversing the border between Lycoming and Clinton counties. The map captures a moment when the rugged interior was accessible primarily through specialized routes like Cleveland Hollow Road and seasonal outposts such as Sugar Camp.