Township History

New Sewickley Township is a part of depreciation lands that were set aside by Act of Assembly on March 12, 1783 to be awarded to those men who served in the Revolutionary War.  In 1801 the original Sewickley Township was divided and New Sewickley Township was created.  At that time, New Sewickley Township was situated in the eastern part of Beaver County and was composed of about 19,279 acres of hilly, but very fertile land.  Over the next 28 years, New Sewickley Township was reduced in size by forming Economy Borough, Rochester Township and Pulaski Township.

Today, New Sewickley Township is a rural community consisting of 33.94 square miles with a population of approximately 7,076.  The township is classified as a Second Class Township and is governed by a five member Board of Supervisors that is supported by an office staff of five.  Also involved in the operation of the Township are a Code Enforcement Officer, Planning Commission, Municipal Authority, Zoning Hearing Board, Road Department and a Park/Recreation Board.  The Township police force consists of 10 full time and 2 part time officers.

The Township's skyline is easily recognized from nearly every high point in the county because of Big Knob, a dome-shaped hill nearly 200 feet higher than any of its neighbors.  It is recognized as Beaver County's highest point .

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