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2023 Map of Hamden

Name: 2023 Topographic Map of Hamden
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2023
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2023

About this map

Hamden and the surrounding hills of the Vinton County and Jackson County line are characterized by a network of rural roads and scattered small communities. The terrain is deeply carved by watercourses like Little Raccoon Creek and Pigeon Creek, which have shaped the settlement patterns of villages such as Lesmil, Glen Nell, and Richland. The presence of numerous family and church burial grounds, including Old Hamden Cem, Martindill Cem, and the Sell Cem near the southern boundary, provides a detailed map of the area's genealogical history.

Water management and recreation are central to the landscape, dominated by the significant footprints of Lake Rupert and Lake Alma. These reservoirs, along with smaller bodies like Walleye Lake, illustrate the shift toward conservation and public space in this part of Ohio. The map also traces the former industrial character of the region through landmarks like the Richland Apv Trl, following the path of old transport corridors.