1946 Map of Noxen

About this map

Bowman Creek carves a deep valley through the high ridges of the Endless Mountains, serving as the primary corridor for settlement and transit between Forkston Mountain and Schooley Mountain. The 1946 topography reveals a landscape shaped by both natural drainage and industrial history, notably an Old Railroad Grade that parallels the creek. This route historically connected the timber and tanning hub of Noxen to the surrounding rail network. Further south, the terrain softens toward the popular recreational waters of Harveys Lake, where the community of Ruggles sits at the northern shore. Small rural clusters like Stull and Hettesheimer Corners are scattered along the narrow valley floors, while specialized sites such as the Childrens Welfare Center suggest the area’s role in providing social services and respite during the mid-twentieth century.