1978 Map of Houghton

About this map

The Genesee River cuts a winding path through this portion of Allegany County, where the valley floor transitions into the elevated terrain of Swift Hill and Taylor Hill. In the late 1970s, this landscape is defined by its educational and recreational hubs, notably Houghton with its prominent Houghton Academy and Houghton College Airfield. To the south, the massive impoundment of Rushford Lake is held by the Caneadea Dam, creating a waterfront community around Balcom Beach and Hillcrest. The map reveals a deep agricultural and transport history, evidenced by an Old Railroad Grade and numerous small settlements like Centerville, Hume, and the aptly named Mills Mills. Genealogists will find several burial grounds across the townships, including Bates Cem and Padonque Cem, alongside landmarks like the Wesleyan Ch and the unique crossing at Lattice Bridge.