1961 Map of Somerset

About this map

Somerset serves as the focal point of this Perry County landscape during the early 1960s, situated at the junction of several regional routes. The map documents an area defined by its diverse economic activities, from traditional agriculture to extractive industries. Scattered oil wells and gas wells dot the townships of Thorn, Hopewell, and Reading, while the southeastern corner shows active strip mines. The Baltimore and Ohio Railroad provides a critical transit corridor, passing through Chalfants and near a local fairground. Cultural and religious landmarks are well-represented, including St Josephs Priory and several small rural burial grounds like Ream Cem and Brehm Cem. Water features such as Somerset Reservoir and the Clouse Lake Wildlife Area reflect the local infrastructure and conservation efforts of the era.