1977 Map of Grantsville

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Grantsville and the surrounding Maryland-Pennsylvania borderlands are captured in this late 1970s orthophotoquad, showing a landscape defined by high-altitude agriculture and the winding path of the Casselman River. The imagery reveals the distinct field patterns and woodlots of the northern Garrett County region, where the terrain rises toward Meadow Mountain and the local landmark of Hi-Point. The settlement at Casselman sits at a transition point in the valley, while Springs marks the northern extent of the surveyed area across the state line. This photographic record provides a clear look at the road network and land use during a period of steady rural development, documenting the relationship between the small Appalachian communities and the drainage of the river as it cuts through the ridges.