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2010 Map of Sinking Spring

Name: 2010 Topographic Map of Sinking Spring
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2010
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2010

About this map

Wernersville and Sinking Spring anchor this Berks County landscape, which transitions from the developed corridors of the east to the high ridges of the west. The terrain is defined by the prominent Cushion Peak and Laurel Ridge, overlooking a network of creeks including Tulpehocken Creek and Cacoosing Creek. In the northern section, the waters of Blue Marsh Lake are a central feature, supported by the State Hill Boat Launch and the crossing at Rebers Bridge.

For local historians, the map identifies numerous landmarks of community life, from the Hains Cemetery and West Cloister Garden near Brownsville to recreational sites like Camp Indiandale and the YMCA Camp. The distribution of golf courses and the presence of the Boyer Airport illustrate the land-use patterns of the early 21st century. Civil engineering is also well-documented, showing the Wernersville Hospital Dam, Boulder Lake Dam, and Schnader Dam, providing a clear picture of the region's managed water resources.