1951 Map of Mount Storm

About this map

Abram Creek and its many tributaries carve through the heart of this Appalachian landscape, where industry and community intersected in the mid-20th century. The Western Maryland railroad follows the winding North Branch of the Potomac River along the northern edge, serving the coal operations that defined the local economy. Extensive strip mining activity is documented across the uplands, particularly near Emoryville and north toward Oakmont. For genealogists and local historians, the sheet preserves the location of rural landmarks such as White Hall Sch, Rehoboth Ch, and Schaeffer Cem. The steep ascent of the Allegheny Front dominates the eastern section, with the George Washington Highway cutting a path through the settlements of Hartmansville and Mount Storm, providing a vital transit link across the ridges of Union and Elk districts.