Loading map...

1922 Map of New Florence

Name: 1922 Topographic Map of New Florence
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1929
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1929

About this map

The Conemaugh River snakes through deep gaps in the Chestnut Ridge and Laurel Ridge, defining the industrial and geographic character of this Pennsylvania region during the early 1920s. This survey captures a dense network of mountain settlements and transportation hubs where the Pennsylvania railroad follows the river's winding course. Notable junctions and post offices like Blairsville Intersection Torrance P O, Lockport Station, and Centerville Huff P O serve as focal points for local commerce and travel.

Upland from the river, the map reveals a landscape dotted with numerous rural institutions and family-named landmarks. Sites such as Fort Palmer and Liberty Hall provide significant reference points for genealogists, alongside a remarkable density of schoolhouses like the Smokeless School and Factory School. The topography is further marked by legacy industrial sites including Campbells Mill and several mountain reservoirs, illustrating the complex water management required for the area's growing population and industries.