1970s Maps of Rensselaer County, New York

1. 1973 Map of Canaan, 1975 Print

   

   1973 Canaan

   1975 Print · USGS

   The Taconic Range borderlands in the early seventies feature a mix of racing culture and historic valley settlements. Trace the grounds of the Lebanon Valley Speedway or locate family sites at the Cemetery of the Evergreens and Canaan Center.

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4. 1973 Map of Hancock, 1975 Print

   

   1973 Hancock

   1975 Print · USGS

   The Massachusetts-New York borderlands in the early 1970s feature a blend of deep-rooted valley settlements and developing alpine recreation. Researchers can trace the path of the Old Railroad Grade or locate historic sites like Hancock Central Sch and St Josephs Cem.

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7. 1973 Map of Berlin, 1975 Print

   

   1973 Berlin

   1975 Print · USGS

   Rensselaer County’s eastern border comes to life in the early 1970s as small valley towns sit beneath the high peaks of the Taconic Range. Genealogists and local historians can trace family-named sites like Moses Cem, Browns Cem, and the various hollows of Petersburg and Berlin.

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10. 1975 Map of Berlin, 1981 Print

    

    1975 Berlin

    1981 Print · USGS

    The Rensselaer County highlands are captured in detail in the mid-1970s, showing the agricultural patterns and valley settlements of the Taconic region. Local historians can trace the development of Berlin and Petersburg along the Little Hoosic River.

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13. 1975 Map of Canaan, 1981 Print

    

    1975 Canaan

    1981 Print · USGS

    Eastern Columbia County comes into focus in the mid-1970s through this detailed aerial orthophotomap. Researchers can trace the development of Canaan and New Lebanon, or locate rural homesteads near Queechy Lake and Flatbrook.

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16. 1975 Map of Hancock, 1981 Print

    

    1975 Hancock

    1981 Print · USGS

    The Berkshires meet the New York state line in the mid-seventies, showing a landscape of high ridges and narrow farm valleys. Researchers can trace the rural layouts of Hancock and Stephentown or locate landmarks like Brodie Mountain.

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19. 1978 Map of Wilmington, 1979 Print

    

    1978 Wilmington

    1979 Print · USGS

    The High Peaks region during the late seventies shows a landscape defined by mountain ranges and river valleys. Researchers can trace historical sites like West Kilns, the Whiteface Memorial Highway, and the Goodspeed Cem.

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22. 1978 Map of Troy North, 1982 Print

    

    1978 Troy North

    1982 Print · USGS

    The confluence of the Hudson and Mohawk rivers is captured during the late seventies, showing the industrial and residential core of the Capital Region. Researchers can trace the exact 1978 footprints of Waterford, Cohoes, and Halemoon alongside the Hudson River.

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25. 1978 Map of Delmar, 1982 Print

    

    1978 Delmar

    1982 Print · USGS

    Albany and its southern suburbs are captured in the late seventies as the region's industrial and rail corridors expanded. Genealogists and historians can trace the development of Delmar, the rail yards of Selkirk, and the riverfront at Castleton-on-Hudson.

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28. 1978 Map of Troy South, 1982 Print

    

    1978 Troy South

    1982 Print · USGS

    The Hudson River corridor comes into sharp focus during the late 1970s, showcasing the industrial riverfronts and expanding suburbs of Rensselaer County. Trace local developments and land patterns near Troy, Watervliet, and the waters of Snyders Lake.

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31. 1978 Map of Albany, 1982 Print

    

    1978 Albany

    1982 Print · USGS

    The capital region comes into sharp focus in the late seventies through this detailed orthophotoquad. Trace the development of residential neighborhoods and transit networks from Albany out to Colonie, Delmar, and Loudonville.

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34. 1978 Map of East Greenbush, 1982 Print

    

    1978 East Greenbush

    1982 Print · USGS

    Rensselaer County landscape during the late seventies reveals a mix of suburban growth and traditional farmland. Researchers can trace land use around East Greenbush or follow the waters of Moordener Kill past Schodack Center.

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37. 1978 Map of Grafton, 1983 Print

    

    1978 Grafton

    1983 Print · USGS

    Rensselaer County's upland townships are captured here in the late 1970s, showing a landscape of managed forests and high-elevation glacial ponds. Researchers can trace rural school locations like Cobb Sch and Groveside Sch or explore old settlements at Potter Hill and Factory Hollow.

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