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1954 Map of Washington West

Name: 1954 Topographic Map of Washington West
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1966
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1966

About this map

Washington County's industrial and agricultural character is on full display in the mid-1950s, centering on the western outskirts of Washington. The landscape is a network of ridges and runs, defined by the winding course of Chartiers Creek and the steel rails of the Pennsylvania and Baltimore And Ohio railroads. Heavy industry and community life intersect at Arden Mines, while the city's growth is evidenced by several educational institutions like the Seventh Ward Sch and the nearby Washington County Airport.

Tracing the historical National Road reveals the transition from urban density to rural townships like Hopewell and Buffalo. Significant local landmarks include the S-Bridge Historical Marker and the Washington Cemetery, alongside numerous country schoolhouses such as the Buffalo Grange Sch. The infrastructure of the era is further highlighted by features like the Finney Tunnel and a series of municipal water sources, including Reservoir No 4.