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2019 Map of Laura

Name: 2019 Topographic Map of Laura
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2019
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2019

About this map

Phillipsburg and its surrounding agricultural landscape sit at the intersection of Montgomery and Miami Counties, characterized by a complex network of drainage ditches and small villages. This 2019 survey documents a region defined by its rural heritage, where small settlements like Potsdam, Pittsburg, and Laura are linked by a grid of county and township roads. The map reveals the local importance of historic burial grounds, including the Phillipsburg Christian Cem and Worman Cem, which serve as vital markers for genealogical research in this part of Ohio.

Water management is a central feature of the terrain, with named channels such as Feitshans Ditch, Baker Ditch, and Shank Ditch supporting the productive farmland between Ludlow Cr and Brush Cr. The presence of the Dayton-Phillipsburg Airport northeast of the village indicates the modern utility of this otherwise traditional farming area, while the tri-county boundary where Darke, Montgomery, and Miami meet highlights the map's role in delineating local jurisdictions.