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1966 Map of Ravenden Springs SE

Name: 1966 Topographic Map of Ravenden Springs SE
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1982
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1982

About this map

The Eleven Point River winds through this Randolph County landscape, creating a series of sharp bends and ridges in the years following the mid-1960s survey. The river's path is marked by historical crossing points such as the Black Ferry Bridge and several fords, reflecting a rural transportation network defined by the water. The upland areas are dotted with community landmarks that tell the story of local settlement, including Stony Point Ch, Shiloh Ch, and the Old Union Ch near the southern boundary.

Genealogists can find numerous family-named locations such as the McIlroy Cem, Ross Cem, and Thomas Cem. The map reveals the intersection of topography and early infrastructure, notably where the Fifth Principal Meridian runs north-to-south through the eastern portion of the quadrangle. From the summit of Cooley Hill to the gravel pits and quarries that hint at local industry, this survey documents the transition from traditional river-focused life toward modern developments like the large north-south Pipeline.