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2016 Map of Glenshaw

Name: 2016 Topographic Map of Glenshaw
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2016
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2016

About this map

Glenshaw and the surrounding townships north of Pittsburgh are defined by a complex web of stream-carved valleys and developed ridges. In this modern era, the landscape transitions from the dense urban fabric of Etna and Undercliff near the southern boundary to more suburban and rural character in Gibsonia and Bairdford to the north. Significant local heritage is preserved in the numerous religious and communal grounds throughout the region, including the Depreciation Lands Museum Cem and Mount Royal Cem.

Drainage systems like Pine Creek and Crouse Run have historically dictated the placement of transit corridors and settlements. Evidence of the area's diverse cultural and community history is visible in the concentration of cemeteries, such as Adath Jeshurun Cem and Saint Mary's of the Assumption Cem, alongside small local airfields like Cedar Run Airport and Nardo Airport that dot the landscape east of Allison Park.