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1894 Map of Durham

Name: 1894 Topographic Map of Durham
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1929
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1929

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Catskill Creek and its many tributaries, including Ten Mile Creek and Thorp Creek, dominate the drainage patterns of this northern Catskill mountain landscape. The topography transitions from the lower elevations near Greenville and Cairo to the dramatic heights of the Blackhead Mountains, where summits like Black Dome and Thomas Cole rise sharply. The late 19th-century settlement pattern is characterized by numerous small mountain hamlets and valley villages such as Preston Hollow, Cornwallville, and Hensonville.

Many of these locations, including Union Society and Cairo Forge, reflect the localized rural industry and social hubs of the era. The boundary between Albany and Greene counties bisects the northern half of the sheet, cutting through the rugged terrain near Scott Patent Hill. This survey provides a clear view of the complex road network connecting these upland communities before the advent of modern highways.