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1957 Map of Manatawny

Name: 1957 Topographic Map of Manatawny
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1971
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1971

About this map

Topton Mountain and the rolling terrain of eastern Berks County define this landscape, where small crossroads communities and rural institutions reveal a deeply rooted Pennsylvania German heritage. The map highlights the localized settlement patterns of the mid-20th century, centered around places like Landis Store, Pikeville, and New Jerusalem. A distinctive local landmark, Mountain Marys Grave, sits near the headwaters of Pine Creek, while numerous country schools such as Lobachs Sch and Rupperts Sch reflect the historical educational structure of the various townships.

Transport and industry are represented by the Reading railroad line serving Topton and Bowers, alongside specialized local features like the Fish Hatchery near Lobachsville. The area is characterized by its numerous small drainages, including Sacony Creek and Manatawny Creek, which historically supported the mills and farms of the Oley Valley. This 1957 edition, updated with 1969 revisions, captures the area just as modern infrastructure like a Microwave Tower and a Landing Strip began to appear alongside traditional landmarks like Hill Church.