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1940 Map of Linton

Name: 1940 Topographic Map of Linton
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1940
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1940

About this map

Linton serves as the commercial and rail hub of this 1938 survey, revealing a landscape deeply marked by industrial extraction. Numerous areas labeled Strip Mine dominate the outskirts, particularly near Sponsler and Midland, while a dense network of major railroads like the Pennsylvania and Illinois Central connect these worksites to the larger region. The community infrastructure of western Stockton township is well-documented, featuring rural landmarks such as Embury Ch, Olive Branch Ch, and several local schools like Sassafras Sch and Atlas Sch.

Surface drainage is managed by the Goose Pond Ditch and Beehunter Ditch, illustrating how the local hydrology was modified to support both mining and settlement. Smaller communities like Victoria, Summersville, and Brownstown are shown in their pre-war configurations, offering a detailed view for genealogists looking at the Sullivan and Greene County border before mid-century changes reshaped the town centers.