Ghost Towns

Barren site

Site is no longer in existence
Site has been destroyed, covered with water, or reverted to empty land
May have a few difficult to find foundations/footings at most

Neglected site

Little more than rubble remains at the site
Dilapidated, often roofless buildings remain at the site

Abandoned site

Building or houses still standing, but all or almost all are abandoned
No population, with the possible exception of a caretaker
Site no longer in use, except for one or two buildings

Semi-abandoned site

Buildings or houses still standing, but most are abandoned
A few residents may remain

Historic site

Buildings or houses still standing
Site has been converted to a historical site, museum, or tourist attraction
Still a busy community, but population is smaller than its peak years