2016 Map of Otway

About this map

Otway sits at the convergence of several major drainage systems in Scioto County, where the South Fork Scioto Brush Creek and Scioto Brush Creek meet near the historic Otway Bridge. The landscape is defined by deep hollows and high ridges like Oswego Ridge and Bracken Ridge, reflecting a settlement pattern forced into the narrow valley floors. Dozens of family-named burial grounds are scattered throughout these hills, including the Moon Cem, Thornton Cem, and Oppy Cem, providing a dense record for genealogical research in this part of Ohio. Higher elevations reveal prominent landmarks such as Alum Rock and Jones Knob, while the southern reaches of the map feature the recreational waters of Bear Cr Lake and Wolfden Lake.