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1961 Map of New Boston

Name: 1961 Topographic Map of New Boston
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1973
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1973

About this map

Portsmouth and its neighbors along the northern bank of the Ohio River dominate the southern edge of this map, showcasing an industrial and residential hub at the confluence of the Scioto River and the Little Scioto River. The landscape transitions quickly from the urban grid of New Boston and Sciotoville to the steep, wooded ridges of the Wayne National Forest. Cultural landmarks like the Notre Dame Sch and Harrison Furnace reflect the area’s long history of education and iron production.

Upriver and through the valleys, the map captures the rural character of communities such as Lucasville and Rubyville. Diverse terrain features like Peach Orchard Hill and Hardscrabble Hill are punctuated by local spiritual and community centers, including the Candy Run Tabernacle and Long Run Ch. A complex transportation network is evident, with the Norfolk and Western and B & O railroads tracking the river valleys alongside the historic National Forest Road.