1976 Map of White Haven

About this map

White Haven and its surrounding mountain terrain are captured in this 1976 orthophoto, which uses aerial photography to show the exact ground cover of the era. The image highlights the intersection of transportation and topography, where the Lehigh River carves a deep path through the landscape near the community of Middleburg. Unlike standard topographic maps, this aerial perspective reveals the precise density of forest cover across Green Mountain and the distinct layout of residential developments near Penn Lake. Local settlements like Sandy Run and Pond Creek appear as concentrated clearings within the timbered hills. For the local historian, the imagery provides a clear view of the mid-1970s infrastructure, including the highway corridors that cut through the valley, offering a literal picture of the region before further modern expansion.