2023 Map of Bradford

About this map

Bradford and its surrounding hill country sit at the convergence of the Steuben Co Schuyler Co line, defined by a landscape of high ridges and narrow hollows. The settlement of Monterey occupies a central valley where Pine Creek and Meads Creek meet, reflecting a traditional Finger Lakes region settlement pattern focused on drainage basins. This modern topographic study reveals a high density of small family and community burial grounds, such as Belmont Cem, Maltby Cem, and Christ Johns Cem, which remain as persistent landmarks across the upland terrain. Long-distance recreation is represented by the North Country National Scenic Trl and Finger Lakes Trl, which wind through the forested heights of Sugar Hill Rd and Goundry Hill Rd. The map also details local water features like Mill Pond and the branching flow of Dry Run, illustrating the enduring intersection of rural road networks and natural hydrology in this part of New York.