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1905 Map of Orwell, 1912 Print
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1905 Map of Orwell

USGS Topo · Published 1912

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The Salmon River carves a dramatic course through this 1905 survey, anchored by the settlements of Orwell and Redfield. The landscape is defined by the sharp descent of the North Branch Salmon River and the significant drop at Salmon Falls, reflecting the area's transition from the Tug Hill plateau toward the Lake Ontario lowlands. Local history and genealogy researchers will find a dense network of small hamlets and rural crossroads, including Littlejohn Settlement, Beecherville, and Smartville, many of which were centers for the region's timber and early milling industries. The map illustrates the rural character of northern Oswego County just after the turn of the century, with family-named landmarks like Bennett Bridge and Frederick Corners marking the intersections of travel and commerce. Detailed topographic contours reveal the complex drainage systems of Mad River and Sandy Creek, which shaped the placement of early homesteads and community hubs across the towns of Boylston and Redfield.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1905
Date Published1912
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:62500
Physical Dimensions16.6 x 20.1 inches

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Source Details

SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain