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1965 Map of Northwest Columbus

Name: 1965 Topographic Map of Northwest Columbus
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1967
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1967

About this map

The Scioto River and Olentangy River define the North Columbus landscape during this mid-century period of suburban expansion. Centered on the sprawling campus of Ohio State University, the map details a region transitioning from rural townships like Sharon and Perry into a dense network of residential streets and essential civic institutions. Prominent specialized facilities including the State School for the Blind and the State School for the Deaf are established alongside developing neighborhoods in Worthington and Upper Arlington.

Transportation infrastructure shows the legacy of heavy rail with the New York Central Railroad and Pennsylvania Railroad bisecting the terrain. Local history is preserved in landmarks such as Wesley Chapel Cem and Union Cemetery, while the northern edge remains relatively open, anchored by Don Scott Field and the York Temple Country Club. The western boundary is marked by the Griggs Reservoir, providing a clear look at the water resources and early recreational parks that served the growing capital city.