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1947 Map of McHenry

Name: 1947 Topographic Map of McHenry
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1982
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1982

About this map

Deep Creek Lake dominates this Garrett County landscape, its winding shoreline and numerous coves like Marsh Run Cove and Cherry Creek Cove defining the local geography. The map captures the area during a period of transition as recreational infrastructure, such as McComas Beach and a Trailer Park near Glendale Ch, began to cluster around the reservoir. Inland, the settlements of McHenry and Accident serve as hubs for the surrounding highland communities.

Evidence of local heritage is found in the rural institutions that dot the terrain between Negro Mountain and Meadow Mountain, including the Beachy Sch and Casselman Sch. Significant protected lands are established at Savage River State Forest and Deep Creek Lake State Park, while specialized landmarks like the Thayerville Lookout Tower and County Airport point toward the region's evolving forestry management and transportation needs.