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1948 Map of Nesquehoning

Name: 1948 Topographic Map of Nesquehoning
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1977
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1977

About this map

Coal-country industry and steep ridge-and-valley topography dominate this landscape, centered on the historic settlements of Nesquehoning and Lansford. Parallel ridges of Nesquehoning Mountain and Mauch Chunk Mountain hem in the anthracite-rich valleys, where a large strip mine and settling basin point to the heavy industrial activity of the era. The Conrail line skirts the northern slopes, facilitating the movement of resources through this corridor.

South of the industrial zones, the map transitions into the rural communities of Mantzville, New Mahoning, and Normal Square along Mahoning Creek. Local heritage is anchored by landmarks like Ben Salem Ch, Zimmerman Ch, and several rural schoolhouses such as St Peters Sch and Ginders Sch. The northeastern corner highlights the junction at Jim Thorpe where the Lehigh R carves through the terrain, marking a critical transport link.