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2010 Map of New Kensington West

Name: 2010 Topographic Map of New Kensington West
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2010
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2010

About this map

The Allegheny River corridor defines this industrial and residential landscape, winding past a dense network of boroughs and riverfront communities. Major crossings like the C L Schmitt Bridge and Hulton Bridge connect the eastern and western banks, linking New Kensington and Arnold with towns like Creighton and Springdale. The influence of heavy industry and resource management is evident in features such as the Harmon Refuse Bank Dam and the Russellton Slurry Pond Three Dam near Russellton, reflecting the region's historical ties to manufacturing and mining.

Residential growth is balanced by extensive recreation and commemorative sites, from the Oakmont Golf Course to numerous local burial grounds including Saint Josephs Cemetery and Springdale Cemetery. The river itself is punctuated by prominent landforms like Twelvemile Island and Fourteen Mile Island. Notable infrastructure for mid-century regional transit includes the West Penn Airport and the Strauss-Hamilton Airport, serving the area as it transitioned into its modern suburban character.