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1992 Map of New Ringgold

Name: 1992 Topographic Map of New Ringgold
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1994
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1994

About this map

Little Schuylkill River carves through the central terrain of this quadrangle, flanked by the prominent ridge of Blue Mountain. The map illustrates a landscape shaped by transportation and conservation, where an Abandoned Railroad and Old RR Grade run parallel to the water, marking the evolution of coal-era transit. Cultural life is anchored by numerous rural institutions, including Zions Ch, West Penn Ch, and Sassamans Sch, reflecting the deep-rooted community history of East Brunswick and West Penn townships.

Conservation efforts are evident in the sprawling State Game Lands No 106 and the world-renowned Hawk Mountain Sanctuary. These protected lands are traversed by the Appalachian Trail as it follows the high ridgeline, passing landmarks like Dans Pulpit and Lookout. To the north, settlements such as New Ringgold and Kepner sit at the crossroads of early valley roads and creek systems like Lizard Creek.