1916 Map of Wind Gap

About this map

Blue Mountain dominates the landscape, creating a massive natural barrier punctuated by the geological notch of Wind Gap. This survey captures the rural character of the region just before the First World War, where early transportation networks like the Lehigh and New England railroad serviced a series of small, scattered settlements. To the north, the terrain transitions into the Chestnut Hill and Pocono Mtn highlands, defined by winding waterways like Pohopoco Creek and Aquashicola Creek. The social and economic life of the area is visible through the high density of district schools, such as the Bartietz School and Bushkirk School, alongside local industrial sites like Haynes Mill. Many of these names, including Ross Common and Brodheadsville, reflect the long-standing family lineages that shaped the development of Monroe and Northampton counties.