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2010 Map of Ashford Hollow

Name: 2010 Topographic Map of Ashford Hollow
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2010
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2010

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Cattaraugus Creek carves a deep, winding path through this corner of Erie and Cattaraugus Counties, defining the drainage patterns for numerous tributaries like Connoisarauley Creek and Buttermilk Creek. The settlement of Ashford Hollow sits as a central hub, surrounded by a landscape of named high points including Hammond Hill and Mount Tug. This topography dictated the early placement of crossing points such as Scoby Bridge and Frye Bridge, which connect the rural road network across the creek's steep embankments.

Genealogists and local historians can find several established burial grounds, including the Thomas Corners Cemetery and Franktown Cemetery, located near family-named landmarks like Thomas Corners. The presence of Edias Siding along the creek bank points to the area's historical rail connections, while scattered settlements like Whiteford Hollow and Brooklyn reflect the distributed agricultural nature of the region into the twenty-first century.