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1958 Map of New Castle North

Name: 1958 Topographic Map of New Castle North
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1990
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1990

About this map

Neshannock Creek carves a winding path through this corner of Lawrence County, connecting the northern borough of New Wilmington to the industrial northern reaches of New Castle. The landscape is a study in transition, where late 1950s suburban expansion at Walmo and Highland Heights meets the marks of heavy extractive industry. Extensive areas of Reclaimed Strip Mines and active Brick Kilns indicate the region's reliance on geological resources, while the presence of State Game Lands suggests a concurrent effort to preserve natural spaces.

Local history is preserved in the detailed mapping of neighborhood landmarks, including the George Washington Jr High Sch and several prominent burial grounds like Oak Park Cemetery and Castle View Cemetery. The rural character of the outlying townships is anchored by small settlements such as Volant, Fayette, and Eastbrook, each centered around community focal points like Fayette Chapel or the local Township Sch.