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1946 Map of Dutch Mtn

Name: 1946 Topographic Map of Dutch Mtn
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1971
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1971

About this map

Bellasylva serves as a lone community hub in this high-elevation landscape, where the plateau of Dutch Mountain meets the headwaters of the regional creek systems. The terrain is defined by a series of wetlands and swamps, including Crane Swamp, Tamarack Swamp, and Coalbed Swamp, which feed various brooks that cut steep valleys toward Mehoopany Creek. These drainage patterns reflect the geological character of the North Branch area, with features like The Stack and Flat Top rising above the watershed.

Industrial and transport history is etched into the topography through an Old Railroad Grade winding through the southern mountains and a major Pipeline corridor cutting across the northern reaches. For genealogists and local historians, Fincke Cem and the Ricketts Fire Tower provide specific points of interest within this largely forested environment. The map also captures the recreational and conservation geography of the Forkston area, including Schmitthenner Lake and the various tributaries of Bowman Creek.