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1964 Map of Smithfield

Name: 1964 Topographic Map of Smithfield
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1979
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1979

About this map

Smithfield and Fairchance anchor this landscape during a period of significant industrial transition in Fayette County. The map documents an intensive mineral extraction economy, characterized by numerous Strip Mine operations and industrial landmarks like the Coke Ovens near Leckrone. Transport infrastructure is dominated by the Baltimore and Ohio railroad, which links the scattered settlements of Shoaf, Outcrop, and Highhouse.

Local civic life is centered around institutions such as Fairchance-Georges High Sch and several country congregations, including Mt Moriah Ch and Grace Chapel. The physical terrain transitions from the industrial valleys to the rising Mountain and State Game Lands No 138 in the east. Rural heritage remains visible at the Ruble Mill and family-named landmarks like Gans Hill Sch, providing a detailed record for genealogists and researchers tracking the evolution of the coal and coke era.