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1962 Map of New Bellsville

Name: 1962 Topographic Map of New Bellsville
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1967
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1967

About this map

Camp Atterbury Military Reservation dominates the northern reaches of this landscape, established on the undulating terrain of Bartholomew County. The area is characterized by a high density of small private lakes and reservoirs, including Grandview Lake, Harrison Lake, and Lawsons Lake, which supported growing recreational and residential developments such as the Harrison Lake Country Club. Smaller, distinct settlements like Stony Lonesome and Ogilville are connected by a network of ridge-top and valley roads, including Georgetown Road and Fourmile Ridge Road.

Genealogists and local historians can trace rural community centers through the many landmarks preserved here, such as Mt Carmel Ch, New Zion Ch, and several family burial grounds like Halstap Cem and Dobbs Cem. To the west, the boundaries of the Hoosier National Forest and Happy Hollow Lake indicate the transition into protected timberlands and natural reserves, while Camp Christina and the Youth Camp reflect the region's mid-century role in youth and outdoor recreation.