City Map Identifying Neighborhoods
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Overview of Altoona Neighborhoods
This map illustrates the various neighborhoods within the City of Altoona, Pennsylvania. It provides a visual guide to the city's layout, highlighting distinct areas and their proximity to surrounding townships.
Key Neighborhoods Identified
The map labels numerous specific neighborhoods, including:
- North/Central: East Juniata, Juniata, Wehnwood, Fairview, Logantown, Calvert Hills, Downtown Altoona.
- West/Southwest: Newburg, Westfall, Garfield, Westmont-Curtin, Toy Town, Broad Ave. Extension, South Altoona, Mansion Park, Knick, Highland Park, Eldorado.
- East/Southeast: East End, Little Italy, Dutch Hill, Pleasant Valley, Hileman Heights, Ilyswen, Garden Heights.
- Central/South: Columbia Park.
Geographic Context
The map situates the City of Altoona relative to its neighbors:
- Logan Township: Borders the city to the north, east, and south.
- Allegheny Township: Borders the city to the southwest.
Infrastructure and Features
- Highways: Major highways (labeled 36 and 99) are depicted running through or near the city limits.
- Railroads: Railroad lines are shown traversing the area, particularly near the southern and eastern edges.
- Water Features: Streams and ponds are marked in blue, indicating natural water bodies within or adjacent to the city.
Legend and Data Sources
- Boundaries: The map distinguishes between the City of Altoona, other municipalities, and individual blocks.
- Data Providers: The base GIS data is credited to the City of Altoona, the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation, and the United States Geological Survey.
- Branding: The document includes the "positively ALTOONA" logo, suggesting it is part of a city initiative or promotional material.