1957 Map of Harrison Valley

About this map

Harrison Valley and the neighboring settlements of Mills and Whites Corners anchor this landscape along the upper reaches of the Cowanesque River. The map captures a period of transition in Potter County as industrial infrastructure began to overlay traditional farming and timber lands, evidenced by the Old R.R. Grade following the river valley and the presence of a Pumping Station and Sub Sta near the town centers. Education and local governance are marked by the Northern Potter Sch and the distinct Ulysses Boro Bdy. High points like Mc Cutchin Hill and Simonds Hill rise above a series of named drainages, including Little Widger Hollow and Button Hollow, which define the rugged topography of the Hector and Harrison townships. This 1969 photorevised edition specifically details fence line changes and field updates, providing a clear record of land use at the close of the decade.