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1955 Map of Kenton

Name: 1955 Topographic Map of Kenton
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1957
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1957

About this map

Kenton and the surrounding farmland of Kent County are defined by a network of rural crossroads and drainage ditches in this mid-century survey. The landscape is heavily influenced by the upper reaches of the Leipsic River and its various tributaries, including Jordan Branch and Pinks Branch, which feed into local landmarks like Masseys Millpond. This era of development is captured through the presence of the Pennsylvania Railroad passing through the heart of Hartly and the emergence of early aviation at Lash Airfield.

The map reveals a dense distribution of community infrastructure across District No. 3 and District No. 4, specifically naming many schools and churches that served these agricultural pockets. Genealogists and local historians can trace the specific locations of Mt Friendship Sch, Wileys Sch, and Downes Chapel. The numerous named corners, such as Dinahs Corner and Shorts Corner, highlight the long-standing property divisions and family associations of the Delaware-Maryland borderlands.