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2023 Map of New Richmond

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

USGS Topo · Published 2023

About this map

The Ohio River carves a deep valley between the Kentucky and Ohio banks, anchoring the development of riverfront settlements like New Richmond and California. This area is defined by its high density of rural cemeteries and churches, serving as a vital record for genealogists. Landmarks such as the Saint Josephs Catholic Church Cem near Camp Springs and the Flagg Springs Baptist Church Cem in the south reveal the religious foundations of these small communities.

Upland from the river, the terrain is fragmented by numerous waterways including Twelvemile Creek and Tenmile Creek, which dictate the winding paths of rural routes like Twelve Mile Rd. The map documents established nodes such as Persimmon Grove, Gubser Mill, and the small Socks Flyers Airport near Mentor. These labels illustrate a landscape where agrarian life and localized commerce persist alongside the historical river-travel corridor.