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1944 Map of Bushkill

Name: 1944 Topographic Map of Bushkill
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1989
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1989

About this map

The Delaware River carves a deep valley through the heart of the Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area, dividing the highlands of Lehman and Smithfield townships. This 1944 survey, updated with 1980s revisions, illustrates a landscape where recreational landmarks and natural water features define the topography. Notable sites include Bushkill Falls and Winona Falls, while the river itself is dotted with numerous landforms like Poxono Island, Depew Island, and Tocks Island.

Local civic life is anchored by small settlements and rural institutions, including Middle Smithfield and Shoemakers. Genealogists and historians will find interest in the scattered country churches and schools, such as Wesley Ch, Zion Ch, and the Calno Sch. The path of the Appalachian Trail traverses Kittatinny Mountain, reflecting the area's long-standing role as a corridor for both transit and leisure, further evidenced by the historic Dimicks Ferry crossing site.