1971 Map of Stoystown

About this map

Stonycreek River carves through this Somerset County landscape, defining a region where industry and small-town life are deeply intertwined. The map illustrates a transitional period in the 1970s, where extensive Reclaimed Strip Mine areas sit alongside active Strip Mine operations and Gas Well sites, revealing the heavy imprint of resource extraction. The community of Stoystown serves as a northern hub, while to the south, Shanksville is situated near the confluence of Rhoads Cr and the river. The presence of Shanksville-Stoystown Sch and Forbes High Sch highlights the local infrastructure of the era. Notably, the map documents both traditional landmarks like the Covered Bridge and modern developments like Indian Lake, providing a detailed record of the county's shifting land use from agriculture and mining to recreation.