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1943 Map of Dresden

Name: 1943 Topographic Map of Dresden
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1979
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1979

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The deep waters of Seneca Lake divide this 1940s landscape, which is marked by heavy military and institutional development on its eastern shore. Large installations such as the Seneca Army Depot and the Seneca Army Airfield dominate the terrain near Kendaia, while the Sampson State Park occupies a significant stretch of waterfront just north of the Willard State Hospital. On the western shore, the village of Dresden sits at the mouth of the Keuka Lake Outlet, where industrial sites like a Powerplant and Substation reflect the era's infrastructure.

Industrial history is further evidenced by several mills, including Mays Mills and Cascade Mills, located along the waterways feeding into the lake. Genealogists will find interest in the scattered rural landmarks, such as City Hill Cem, Angus Cem, and numbered school districts like School No 4 and School No 3 in the Benton and Milo areas. The Conrail lines provide a glimpse into the mid-century transportation network connecting rural hubs like Milo Station and Milo Center to the larger regional economy.