Peach Bottom Slate Region
N 39° 42.825 W 076° 20.853
18S E 384492 N 4396854
Historical marker describing the Peach Bottom Slate Region of Southeastern Pennsylvania and Harford County, Maryland
Waymark Code: WME495
Location: Maryland, United States
Date Posted: 04/01/2012
Views: 6
PEACH BOTTOM SLATE REGION
A ridge of high quality slate running from southeastern Pennsylvania into Harford County, Maryland, was quarried on a limited scale as early as 1734. Production increased in the 1840s when the opening of the Susquehanna and Tidewater Canal offered a link to markets, and skilled slate workers were recruited from Wales. Rail transport replaced the canal in 1876. Quarries continued to operate into the early 20th century. Peach Bottom slate was widely renowned for roofing.
Maryland Historical Trust
Maryland State Highway Administration
Marker Type (optional): ----
County (required): Harford County
Location (required): Southeast side of MD Rt 165, 750 feet NW of MD 136
More info about the site/marker (optional):
Marker is in new condition.
Website for more info (optional): Not listed
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