1961 Map of Stafford

About this map

Stafford and Harriettsville anchor this early 1960s survey of the southeastern Ohio hill country, where the landscape is defined by the winding drainages of East Fork Duck Creek and the Little Muskingum River. The area shows a clear pattern of ridge-top and valley-floor habitation, with family and community life centered around landmarks like Mt Tabor Ch, Sutherland Ch, and the Township Sch. Large portions of the terrain fall within the Wayne National Forest, emphasizing the transition from early resource extraction to protected forest land. Evidence of the region's industrial footprint is visible through scattered Strip Mine operations and several Gas Wells, highlighting the persistent reliance on coal and natural gas. For genealogists, the map preserves the exact locations of several small burial sites, including Stewart Cem and Zion Cem, providing a precise record of rural community centers in Monroe County and Noble County.