2018 Map of Peru

About this map

Peru and Niotaze anchor this portrait of southeastern Chautauqua County, where the southern reaches of the Chautauqua Hills meet a dense network of watercourses. The landscape is defined by the winding path of the Little Caney River and its numerous tributaries, including Middle Caney Creek, Birch Cr, and Coon Cr. This 2018 survey reveals a rural landscape deeply connected to its local heritage, evidenced by a high density of small cemeteries scattered throughout the townships, such as Alford Cem, Lerado Cem, and Mooney Cem. The grid of county roads, including Indian Rd and Gallop Rd, navigates the complex terrain of the hills, while the town of Peru maintains its traditional layout with named streets like S Merchant St and Wilson St. For researchers, the map provides a contemporary look at land divisions and long-established burial sites that remain central to the region's identity.