1960 Map of Croton Falls

About this map

The New York Central railroad corridor anchors this mid-century landscape of northern Westchester County, following the winding Croton River valley through established hamlets. The map illustrates a region defined by its critical role in New York City's water supply, dominated by the massive Muscoot Reservoir, Croton Falls Reservoir, and Amawalk Reservoir. While older village centers like Katonah and Somers maintain their traditional character, postwar residential growth is evident in suburban developments such as Hortop Estates, Valley Pond Estates, and Shenorock. Notable community landmarks include the Pinewood Sanitarium and several religious institutions like St Josephs Ch and the Baptist Home. Topographical features such as Senior Hill and Round Top rise between the managed water bodies, while the Muscoot Dam and numerous aqueduct shafts signify the engineered nature of this hydraulic landscape.