1960 Map of Graysville

About this map

Graysville and its surrounding townships in Monroe County sit within the deeply dissected landscape of the Wayne National Forest. By the mid-20th century, the region's economy was defined by a dense network of Gas Wells and timber, while the social fabric remained centered around family-named ridges and small rural institutions. The map records several notable landmarks, including the Sycamore Valley Covered Bridge spanning the Clear Fork and the Lamping Cem (Indian Mound) in the south. Genealogists will find a high density of family burial grounds such as Hartshorn Ridge Cem, Beardmore Cem, and Marr Cem located near early settlements like Sprague and Marr. The road network is largely determined by the topography, with major routes following landmarks like Barber Ridge and Moose Ridge to avoid the steep drainages of the Little Muskingum River.