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1960 Map of Jefferson

Name: 1960 Topographic Map of Jefferson
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1962
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1962

About this map

The village of Jefferson serves as the focal point of this 1960 survey, situated within the unique historical boundaries of the Connecticut Western Reserve. The landscape is defined by the winding course of the Grand River and its many tributaries, including Mill Creek and Three Brothers Creek. Small rural crossroads like Rays Corners and Lenox Center dot the landscape, alongside specialized sites such as the local Fairground and Camp Yakewi.

Transportation networks of the era are clearly visible, including the Pennsylvania, New York Central, and New Lyme rail lines that once moved goods and passengers through Ashtabula County. Genealogists can locate several historic burial grounds, such as Oakdale Cem and Union Cem, while researchers interested in early aviation and industry will find Lenox Airport and various gas wells. The map preserves a detailed record of local roads like Footville Richmond Road and Tische Road as they existed before modern developments altered the rural character of the township.