1960 Map of Croton Falls

About this map

The New York Central railroad corridor anchors this mid-century landscape, threading through a complex system of reservoirs that define the northern Westchester and southern Putnam County border. As part of the region's critical water supply infrastructure, the Amawalk Reservoir, Croton Falls Reservoir, and Muscoot Reservoir occupy the valleys between hills like Watermelon Hill and Round Top. The map reveals the area's transition from a rural agricultural past to a residential and institutional hub, featuring specialized facilities such as Lincoln Hall, the Pinewood Sanitarium, and the Baptist Home. Small settlements like Goldens Bridge, Purdy Station, and Lincolndale are shown with their local landmarks, including the Central High School and St Lukes Ch, while family histories are preserved in the locations of Todd Cem and Warren Cem.