1941 Map of Ellicottville

About this map

The village of Ellicottville sits as a primary hub in this 1941 survey, where the valley floor is dominated by the Baltimore and Ohio rail corridor and the winding course of Great Valley Creek. This era of Western New York history is defined by a dense network of district schools, with labels like Irish Hill Sch, Fancy Tract Sch, and Townline Sch marking the rural education landscape before later consolidation. The map captures established settlements such as West Valley, Ashford Hollow, and Riceville alongside smaller junctions like Bellow Corners. Topographical landmarks including Bread Loaf and Armstrong Hill rise above the agricultural flats, while several crossings like Scobey Bridge and Bigelow Bridge span Cattaraugus Creek to the north, documenting the early 20th-century transportation infrastructure before major highway expansion.