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1963 Map of South Russell

Name: 1963 Topographic Map of South Russell
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1984
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1984

About this map

Russell and Bainbridge townships showcase a post-war transition from rural landscapes to suburban residential developments within the Connecticut Western Reserve. The Chagrin River meanders through the western portion of the quadrangle, where settlements like Novelty PO and Fullertown mark established crossroads. The mid-century character of the area is evident in the cluster of educational and social landmarks, including Westwood Sch, Kenston High Sch, and a Drive-in Theater near the South Russell corporate boundary.

Water plays a central role in the local geography, with numerous private lakes and community developments such as Lake Lucerne and Kenston Lake shaping the residential footprint. The landscape is also dotted with specialized infrastructure, from the Radio Tower (WNOB) at Russell Center to the Armory and a Landing Strip further south. Local genealogists will find value in the named crossroads such as McFarlands Corners and Yates Corners, which preserve the family-based history of this Geauga County region.