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1961 Map of Rossburg

Name: 1961 Topographic Map of Rossburg
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1970
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1970

About this map

Rossburg and the surrounding agricultural landscapes of Mercer and Darke Counties are captured here during a period of established rural industry and community. The New York Central railroad serves as a primary transit corridor, connecting the villages of New Weston and Burkettsville. The landscape is a network of small family farms and community hubs, evidenced by landmarks like the St Marys Novitiate and the Hiestand Community Hall.

Waterways like the Wabash River and the North Fork Stillwater River dictate the drainage of these plains, while local history is preserved in numerous burial grounds such as St Bernard Cem and the Webster Cem. A notable recreation site, the Eldora Speedway, is visible near the eastern boundary. This survey reflects the mid-century peak of these small Ohio settlements, showing many places under dual names like Sharpsburg and Lightsville before modern consolidation.