1963 Map of Mansfield

About this map

Cecil M Harden Lake dominates the northern landscape of this Parke County region, created as a significant water management feature on Big Raccoon Creek. The surrounding terrain is deeply carved by numerous tributaries including Rocky Fork and Straight Line Branch, creating a complex network of ridges and hollows. The settlement of Mansfield serves as a local focal point, home to the Mansfield Covered Bridge, which stands as a functional piece of infrastructure over the creek. Genealogy researchers will find several family and community landmarks, such as Otterbein Ch and Blake Cem, situated along the winding paths of New Discovery Road. The presence of the USGS Observation Well and a Gaging Station reflects the era's focus on hydrologic monitoring and conservation within the Raccoon Lake State Recreation Area.