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1947 Map of Forestport

Name: 1947 Topographic Map of Forestport
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1947
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1947

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The Black River corridor defines this part of Oneida County, where the village of Forestport serves as a central hub for water management and transport. The landscape is characterized by the expansive waters of Kayuta Lake and the Forestport Reservoir, which supported the region's industrial needs during the mid-20th century. Transportation is anchored by the New York Central railroad, with essential stops at Forestport Sta. and Alder Creek Sta, facilitating the movement of goods and people through the Adirondack foothills.

Rural life is marked by several small clusters of activity, including the community of Bellingertown and the industrial site at Bardwell Mill. Genealogists will find local landmarks such as Bethel Ch, French Road Ch, and School No 18 valuable for identifying old neighborhood centers. The presence of the Landing Field near the river indicates the early development of aviation infrastructure in this largely agricultural and timber-oriented landscape.