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2013 Map of Niskayuna

Name: 2013 Topographic Map of Niskayuna
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2013
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2013

About this map

The Mohawk River carves a deep path through this landscape, dividing the agricultural and suburban stretches of Saratoga and Albany counties. Along its banks, the historical significance of the waterway is evident at Vischer Ferry and Dunsbach Ferry, where early crossing points once anchored local commerce. The map reveals a high concentration of established community centers and rural corners, such as Groom Corners, Flagler Corners, and Verdoy.

Genealogists will find a dense network of burial grounds, including the Most Holy Redeemer Cem and several denomination-specific sites like the Amity Dutch Reformed Church Cem. The area’s agrarian roots are still visible through numerous named orchards and farms, such as Riverview Orchards and Bowman Orchards, which persist even as large-scale infrastructure like the Albany International Airport and the Thaddeus Kosciuszko Bridge define the modern era of travel and logistics.