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1983 Map of Canandaigua

Name: 1983 Topographic Map of Canandaigua
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1985
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1985

About this map

Canandaigua Lake and the Finger Lakes region define the central geography of this 1983 planimetric survey, which illustrates the complex water systems and transport corridors of the western Genesee Valley. The map traces the long north-south basins of Conesus Lake, Hemlock Lake, Canadice Lake, and Honeoye Lake, showing the intricate drainage through Canaseraga Creek and the Genesee River. Human impact on the terrain is evident at the Mount Morris Dam and across the extensive road network that includes the N.Y. State Thruway.

Significant institutional and historic sites are mapped, from the State University of New York at Geneseo to the Gannagaro State Historical Site. Rail history is captured through the active routes of Conrail, the Baltimore and Ohio RR, and the Lehigh Valley RR, which connect industrial hubs like Canandaigua, Geneva, and Dansville. Managed natural areas like Letchworth State Park and High Tor Game Management Area highlight the balance of preservation and recreation in the late 20th century.