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1971 Map of Fairport

Name: 1971 Topographic Map of Fairport
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1978
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1978

About this map

The Erie Canal cuts a distinct path through Fairport and Perinton in this 1970s survey, highlighting the corridor's evolution as it bypasses the expanding suburbs of East Rochester. While modern infrastructure like the New York State Thruway and several golf courses such as Midvale Golf Club and Monroe Golf Club define the changing landscape, numerous historic landmarks remain. The map captures established local hubs like Bushnell Basin and Egypt, alongside smaller hamlets like Railroad Mills and Fishers.

Genealogists can find significant local markers, including St Johns Ch, South Perinton Ch, and the sprawling White Haven Memorial Park. The terrain south of the canal is characterized by the Hunt Hills and elevations like Turk Hill and Baker Hill, interspersed with natural water features such as Kettle Lake and Lilly Pond. This era of mapping shows the dense cluster of educational institutions, from the Brooks High School to the Jefferson Ave School, marking a period of significant suburban growth.