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1950 Map of Wilkes-Barre West
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1950 Map of Wilkes-Barre West

USGS Topo · Published 1950

About this map

The Susquehanna River carves through the heart of this post-war coal landscape, separating Plymouth and Larksville from the industrial hub of Wilkes-Barre. The map documents a valley defined by extractive industry, where extensive Strip Mines and Mine Dumps sit adjacent to residential developments like Truesdale Terrace and Korn Krest. A dense web of rail infrastructure, including the Pennsylvania RR and Central RR of Pennsylvania, connects the coal patches and towns. Further south, the terrain transitions toward Pennsylvania Mountain and Bscott Mountain, where the industrial character gives way to recreational and rural landmarks like Nuangola Lake and the small settlement at Warrior Run. Local genealogy and community life are well-represented by numerous sites such as Shawnee Cem, Meyers High Sch, and the Church of the Holy Angels.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1950
Date Published1950
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24,000
Physical Dimensions22 x 26.9 inches

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Source Details

SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain