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1953 Map of Phil

Name: 1953 Topographic Map of Phil
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1954
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1954

About this map

Hacker Ridge and Thomas Ridge define the intricate topography of this region during the early 1950s. The settlement of Phil serves as a central point, supported by smaller locales like Teddy, Evona, and Labascus. The landscape is heavily marked by rural community centers, particularly schools and churches that highlight a decentralized social structure, such as Centennial Sch, Chadwell Sch, and Canaan Valley Ch.

Transportation patterns are dictated by the winding path of the Green River and its numerous tributaries. Historic river crossings like Rubert Ford and Evans Ford remain noted on the landscape, providing essential links between the ridges. The map meticulously records family and community landmarks, from the Carson Cem to Pumpkin Chapel, offering a clear view of the Casey Co backcountry before modern road expansions significantly altered these traditional corridors.