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2013 Map of Portersville

Name: 2013 Topographic Map of Portersville
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2013
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2013

About this map

Slippery Rock Cr carves a deep path through this landscape, creating the Slippery Rock Creek Gorge and setting the stage for the region's early industrial and recreational history. The presence of The Willroy Iron Furnace near Rose Point points to the area's 19th-century manufacturing roots, while the grist mill at McConnells Mill became a focal point for the surrounding rural communities of Grant City and Princeton.

Transportation and recreation are central themes here, with multiple crossings including Kildoo Bridge and Armstrong Bridge spanning the steep terrain. On the eastern edge, the waters of Lake Arthur reach into the quadrangle near Portersville, a borough that serves as a gateway to the parks and lakes. The map also identifies local landmarks like Camp Agawam and Camp Allegheny, reflecting the long-standing use of the gorge for youth camps and outdoorsmanship.