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2010 Map of Mechanicsburg

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

USGS Topo · Published 2010

About this map

Mechanicsburg serves as the central hub of this Cumberland County landscape, where the convergence of suburban expansion and agricultural history is clearly visible. The southern portion of the quadrangle is defined by the winding path of Yellow Breeches Creek, which passes by the community of Williams Grove and several older riverside settlements like Leidighs and Brandtsville. Genealogists and local historians will find significant value in the distribution of burial grounds across the area, including the War of 1812 Memorial Cemetery near Hogestown and the Bakers Church Cemetery near the village of Allen.

Aviation and transportation infrastructure are notable, with Taylor Aviation Air Field and Neiderer Airport serving the region's mid-century aviation needs. The map also captures several distinct residential developments such as Berkshire Hills, Rosegarden, and White Rock Acres, illustrating the growth patterns of the Harrisburg-Carlisle metropolitan area. These newer neighborhoods contrast with established locales like Churchtown and Locust Point, providing a record of the region's evolving footprint.