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1967 Map of Ft Miller

Name: 1967 Topographic Map of Ft Miller
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1970
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1970

About this map

The Hudson River serves as the central artery for this portion of eastern New York, dividing the landscape into a complex network of islands and drainage systems. This 1967 survey documents the industrial and agricultural character of the region, where the Champlain Canal runs parallel to the river's eastern bank, passing through Fort Miller and past Lock No 6. The map captures several established communities, from Northumberland and Thomson in the south to the small settlement of Durkeetown in the north.

Upland from the river valley, the terrain is defined by the prominent ridge of Bald Mountain and the winding courses of the Moses Kill and Dead Kill. The local road network is remarkably dense, often named for resident families such as Carey Road, Lick Springs Road, and Gavettes Road. This proximity of river transport, canal infrastructure, and upland farming creates a detailed picture of the 1960s rural economy in Washington and Saratoga Counties.