1948 Map of Nesquehoning

About this map

Coal-region industry and mountainous topography define this 1948 survey of Carbon and Schuylkill counties. The landscape is dominated by heavy infrastructure, including a massive Settling Basin and Strip Mine operations that flank the ridge lines. The borough of Nesquehoning sits nestled between Nesquehoning Mountain and Broad Mountain, while the southern reaches transition into the rural Mahoning Valley. Significant local history is preserved in the detailed mapping of religious and social landmarks like St Michaels Home and Our Lady of Mt Carmel Cem. The transition from industrial rail centers at Nesquehoning Junction to the agricultural crossroads of Normal Square and Andreas illustrates the dual nature of the Pennsylvania interior during the post-war era. Geographic continuity is maintained across Mauch Chunk Ridge to the waters of Mauch Chunk Lake.