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1944 Map of Portageville

Name: 1944 Topographic Map of Portageville
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1944
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1944

About this map

The Genesee River carves a dramatic path through this 1944 survey, marked by significant drops at Upper Falls, Middle Falls, and Lower Falls. These natural features define the geography near Portageville and Portage, where the river winds through steep terrain at the junction of Wyoming and Livingston counties. To the west, the landscape transitions into a network of small agricultural and milling communities, including Mills, Wiscoy, and East Koy.

Transportation infrastructure of the era is clearly visible, with the Erie and Pennsylvania routes serving the river valley. The map documents numerous rural crossroads such as Bigelow Corners, Bishop Corners, and Lamont, providing a detailed look at the settlement patterns before mid-century modernization. Tributaries like Wolf Creek and Wiscoy Creek feed into the main river system, supporting the small hamlets that once relied on these watercourses for industry and local trade.