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1964 Map of West Middletown

Name: 1964 Topographic Map of West Middletown
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1966
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1966

About this map

West Middletown and the surrounding townships of Washington County define this landscape in the mid-1960s, a region characterized by a dense network of valley runs and ridge-top settlements. The area shows a transition toward modern utility infrastructure, marked by numerous Gas Wells and Pipelines that cut across the topography of Hopewell and Donegal. Local heritage is anchored by sites like the Mt Hope Ch and Mt Hope Cem, alongside the Dutch Fork Ch further south.

Infrastructure for transportation and water management is prominent, featuring the Baltimore and Ohio rail line and a notable Covered Bridge crossing Buffalo Creek. The recent development of Dutch Fork Lake and its Spillway suggests a mid-century shift in land use, while small hamlets like Acheson, Budaville, and Taylorstown preserve the rural character of the era. The extensive State Game Lands No 232 occupies a significant portion of the western terrain, providing a look at conservation during this period.