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1894 Map of Durham, 1908 Print
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1894 Map of Durham

USGS Topo · Published 1908

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The Blackhead Mountains dominate the southern portion of this region, where high summits like Black Dome and Windham High Pk provide a stark topographical contrast to the northern farming valleys. Settlement at the turn of the century is concentrated along the winding course of Catskill Creek, which serves as a vital corridor for hamlets like Oak Hill and Cooksburg. Further south, small communities such as Union Society and Hensonville are tucked into the valleys of the Batavia Kill and Shingle Kill. The map reveals a dense network of early roads connecting rural crossroads like Lambs Corner and South Westerlo, reflecting the late-19th-century agricultural and industrial landscape of Greene and Albany counties. Industrial traces are evident at Cairo Forge, while the transition from rugged peaks to rolling northern hills illustrates the varied character of the eastern Catskills during this era of post-Civil War growth.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1894
Date Published1908
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:62,500
Physical Dimensions16.6 x 20.2 inches

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SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain