1979 Map of Knapp Creek

About this map

The Allegany Indian Reservation follows the wide sweep of the Allegheny River in this detailed look at southern Cattaraugus County near the Pennsylvania border. This landscape is a patchwork of industrial and recreational uses, where the Bradford Oil Field covers the southern hills with a dense network of gas and oil wells. The river valley serves as the primary corridor for transportation and settlement, housing the Conrail line and hamlets like Vandalia and South Vandalia. In the highlands, Mount Moriah overlooks the rugged terrain of Allegany State Park, while smaller settlements such as Knapp Creek and Chipmunk are tucked into the narrow valleys. The presence of St Johns Ch and Sacred Heart Ch anchors these rural communities, providing valuable coordinates for genealogists tracing local family histories in this corner of the Enchanted Mountains.