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1968 Map of Millheim

Name: 1968 Topographic Map of Millheim
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1984
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1984

About this map

Miles Valley and Sugar Valley define the rhythmic landscape of central Pennsylvania in this late-1960s survey. The terrain is marked by a series of prominent ridges, including Brush Mountain and Nittany Mountain, separated by fertile gaps and valleys where historic settlements established deep roots. The borough of Millheim sits at a critical junction near the Millheim Narrows, where Penns Creek carves through the ridges. To the north, the Lamar National Fish Hatchery is situated along Fishing Creek, representing the region's managed natural resources.

Genealogists and local historians can trace the detailed layout of several small communities, including Aaronsburg, Rebersburg, and Tylersville. The map identifies numerous rural landmarks such as Missionary Ch, Fairview Cem, and Woodward Cave. The presence of several quarries and shale pits alongside traditional mountain gaps like Wolf Gap and Spangler Gap illustrates the intersection of small-scale industry and the natural topography of the Bald Eagle State Forest.