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1941 Map of Harrisonburg

Name: 1941 Topographic Map of Harrisonburg
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1965
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1965

About this map

Harrisonburg serves as the central hub of this Shenandoah Valley landscape, defined by the convergence of the Southern and Chesapeake Western railroads. Educational institutions like Madison College and Bridgewater College anchor the growing communities, while the Lucy V. Simms Sch reflects the local infrastructure of the era. The terrain is marked by significant geological features, including Massanutten Caverns, Grand Caverns, and the distinct Mole Hill.

Civil War history is inscribed across the countryside with markers such as the Ashby Monument, Cross Keys Battle Mon, and Port Republic Battle Mon near the forks of the Shenandoah River. Rural life is detailed through numerous country churches like Melanchthon Chapel and Naked Creek Ch. A unique mid-century addition is the Civilian Public Service Camp No 8 located near the boundary of the Shenandoah National Park.