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1969 Map of Monterey

Name: 1969 Topographic Map of Monterey
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1971
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1971

About this map

Monterey serves as the focal point of this Highland County landscape, situated where the road network converges between the massive ridges of Monterey Mountain and Jack Mountain. The late 1960s geography reflects a rural community anchored by small settlements like Blue Grass and New Hampden, while local institutions such as Highland High School and Asbury Church mark the social centers of the valleys.

Water plays a defining role in the area's layout, with the South Branch Potomac River and Strait Creek carving deep paths through the Seybert Hills. Cultural landmarks of the era are clearly visible, ranging from the Hannah Airfield and a Drive-in Theater to more utilitarian features like the Fish Hatchery and Sewage Disposal plant. The terrain is notably defined by dramatic peaks and ridges, including Trimble Knob, Lantz Mountain, and the Devils Backbone.