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2023 Map of New Kensington West

Name: 2023 Topographic Map of New Kensington West
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2023
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2023

About this map

The Allegheny River carves a deep valley through this industrial and residential landscape, separating the communities of Oakmont and Verona from the steep hillsides of Lower Burrell and Arnold. This modern survey reveals a dense network of suburban growth intermixed with remnants of the region's river-driven economy. Navigational landmarks like Twelvemile Island and Merriman Bars punctuate the waterway, which is now utilized for recreation via the Three Rivers Water Trl.

Genealogists will find a high concentration of burial sites, ranging from the traditional Oakmont Verona Cem and Saint Joseph Parish Cem to the modern Penn Forest Natural Burial Park. The landscape is defined by its verticality, with hilltop settlements like Magill Heights and Harmar Heights overlooking the tight clusters of Cheswick and Springdale along the riverbanks. Aviation history is also present via the Pittsburgh Northeast Airport situated on the high ground of Rural Ridge.