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2023 Map of Nassau

Name: 2023 Topographic Map of Nassau
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2023
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2023

About this map

Nassau and its surrounding villages sit within a landscape defined by an intricate network of glacial lakes and high ridges in Rensselaer County. The village centers of North Schodack, Millers Corners, and North Nassau are connected by winding country roads that navigate the upland terrain between Burden Lake and the larger Tackawasick Lake. The topography is marked by significant elevations such as Mashodack Hill and Curtis Mountain, which overlook a series of smaller ponds including Lyons Pond and Mud Pond.

Geological and historical features are well-documented here, from the drainage of the Valatie Kill and Kinderhook Creek to quiet family burial grounds like Larkin Cem and Clarks Chapel Cem. The map reveals a contemporary mix of established lakeside communities like Braeside and Morey Park alongside rural infrastructure like the Alexander Farm Airport. This detailed survey offers a view of the region's hydrography, showing how local life remains oriented around the shoreline of Nassau Lake and the surrounding peaks.