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1968 Map of Hopewell

Name: 1968 Topographic Map of Hopewell
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1984
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1984

About this map

The Raystown Branch Juniata River carves a deep valley through the eastern portion of this quadrangle, defining the industrial and residential corridors of Hopewell and Riddlesburg. This 1968 snapshot of Bedford County reveals a landscape where steep ridges like Tussey Mountain and Warrior Ridge separate the agricultural flats of Morrison Cove from the river-fed settlements. The prevalence of family-named sites, such as Replogle Cem and Keagy Cem, underscores the deep genealogical roots of the region.

Industry and recreation sit side-by-side along the riverbanks, with a Strip Mine and Gaging Sta located near Warriors Path State Park. Smaller hamlets like Stonerstown and Langdondale follow the water, while the interior is dominated by State Game Lands No 73, punctuated by landmarks like Coot Hill and Hipples Cave. The map records a mature network of country churches, including Raven Ch and Grace Ch, serving scattered rural communities.