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1953 Map of Woodsboro

Name: 1953 Topographic Map of Woodsboro
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1987
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1987

About this map

Woodsboro and its surrounding rural landscapes are captured here during a period of transition, showing the agricultural and transportation networks of Frederick and Carroll counties. The Monocacy River snakes through the western portion of the terrain, crossed by landmarks such as the Le Gore Bridge and Stulls Ford. This map illustrates the vital role of the railroads in mid-century Maryland, tracing the paths of the Maryland and Pennsylvania RR, Western Maryland RR, and Pennsylvania RR as they connect small settlements like Rocky Ridge, New Midway, and Detour.

Genealogists will find significant value in the documentation of local landmarks such as Rocky Hill Ch, Mt Zion Ch, and the Mt Hope Cem. The landscape is a mix of traditional water crossings and modern infrastructure, featuring a Fish Hatchery and several rural school sites. Small crossroads and hamlets like Ladiesburg, Troutville, and Centerville provide a detailed view of the settlement patterns established long before modern suburban expansion.