1965 Map of North Sanford

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Oquaga Creek State Park sits at the heart of this mid-1960s landscape, illustrating the intersection of New York's state forest systems and small rural communities. The map details a region defined by its high ridges and narrow creek valleys, where agricultural clearings share space with the Afton State Forest and Michigan Hill State Forest. Small settlements like North Sanford and China anchor the road network, while the northern edge is marked by the Susquehanna River near Middle Bridge. Genealogists will find several burial sites including Beech Hill Cem and Anthony Cem, along with landmarks like the Camp Amahami girl scout camp. The terrain is dotted with numerous industrial footprints, notably the Quarries and sand pits that underscore the local extractive economy during this era of post-war development.