2013 Map of Slippery Rock

About this map

Slippery Rock serves as the central hub of this northern Butler County landscape, situated at the confluence of several major transit corridors including the Mercer Butler Pike and New Castle Rd. The geography is defined by the winding course of Slippery Rock Cr and its tributaries, such as Wolf Cr and Black Run. This map reveals a distinct pattern of historical industry through its numerous named mill sites, including Courtneys Mills, Currys Mills, Christleys Mills, and Crolls Mills, which likely formed the early economic foundations for the surrounding agricultural community. Distinctive glacial features are also noted, such as the West Liberty Esker and a Kettle Hole near Tamarack Lake, providing a rare topographic record of the area's geological history. From the borough of West Liberty in the south to the small clusters of North Liberty and Forestville, the map provides a look at the rural-academic interface of this region.