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2010 Map of McConnellsburg

Name: 2010 Topographic Map of McConnellsburg
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2010
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2010

About this map

McConnellsburg and the surrounding Ridge and Valley landscape of Franklin County are defined by sharp topographic divides and historic mountain passes. The terrain is marked by the long spine of Little Scrub Ridge and the heights of Big Mountain, which funnel travel through prominent gaps like Tuscarora Summit and Buchanan Summit. To the north, Cowans Gap State Park surrounds Cowans Gap Lake, a significant recreational area near the small settlement of Cowans Village.

Water plays a central role in the valley's settlement patterns, with the West Branch Conococheague Creek winding past Richmond Furnace and Fort Loudon. These villages, along with Dutchtown and Path Valley, reflect the region's long-standing agricultural and early industrial roots. The map also captures specialized land uses such as the Richmond Hill Ski Area and the Mercersburg Reservoir tucked near Rattlesnake Ridge, providing a detailed view of the interaction between the high ridges and the developed valley floor.