1960 Map of Watertown

About this map

The drainage of Wolf Creek and its many branches defines the settlement patterns of western Washington County during the mid-20th century. This terrain is characterized by a dense network of resource extraction, with numerous Oil Wells and Gas Wells scattered across the uplands of Windsor and Palmer townships. The local economy and social structure are evidenced by rural landmarks such as Camp Hervida and a series of country churches including Palmer Ch and Oak Hill Ch. The community of Barlow serves as a central hub, where the Barlow-Vincent Sch and Warren High Sch reflect the consolidation of educational facilities in the region. Transportation history is noted in the southern portion of the map, where an Old Railroad Grade follows the path of Tupper Creek near Vincent, marking a transition from rail to the burgeoning road network shown in the 1975 revisions.