2016 Map of Franklin

About this map

Ouleout Creek meanders through the central valley of this Delaware County landscape, connecting the clustered settlements of Brooklyn and Franklin. The terrain is defined by a series of prominent rises including Mt Zion, Oak Hill, and Sherman Hill, which separate the various branches of Handsome Brook and Carrs Cr. In the northwest corner, the Susquehanna River cuts a distinct path near the border of Otsego County, while E Sidney Lake provides a significant water feature just west of Bartlett Hollow. Genealogists will find a wealth of local history in the numerous burial grounds scattered across the townships, such as Ouleout Valley Cem, East Sidney Cem, and the Plymouth Cem located near W Brook. The map also preserves the locations of rural hamlets and transit points like Franklin Depot and Merrickville, reflecting the area's long-standing agricultural and transport networks.