1967 Map of Howard

About this map

Howard serves as a focal point in the valley between Bald Eagle Mtn and the uplands of the Sproul State Forest. This 1967 survey, updated with 1973 photogrammetric revisions, documents the landscape during the development of Sayers Lake, noting areas subject to controlled inundation. The Penn Central railroad parallels the shoreline, connecting the borough of Howard to the broader regional industrial network. Smaller settlements like Orviston and Romola are nestled along watercourses like Beech Creek and Marsh Creek, where local landmarks such as Marsh Creek Ch and Highland Ch provide specific points of interest for genealogists tracing family roots. The map also captures several recreational and utility features, including the Bartley Trail and a radio tower positioned on the high ground overlooking the Marsh Creek valley.