1969 Map of Corning

About this map

Corning stands at the confluence of the Cohocton River and the Tioga River, which merge here to form the Chemung River. This 1960s landscape shows the concentrated urban development of Riverside, Painted Post, and South Corning tightly clustered along the river valley floor. Beyond the city center, the terrain rises sharply into high ridges such as Denmark Hill and Corning Hill, where much of the land is preserved within State Forest boundaries. The area’s industrial and civic infrastructure is prominent, featuring the Penn Central railroad lines, several major schools like Northside Jr High Sch, and the central Courthouse and Hospital. The map also captures several rural settlements and family-named cemeteries, including Goodsell Cem and West Hill Cem, providing a detailed view of the valley's transition from an industrial river hub to upland forest.