1960 Map of Poughquag

About this map

Green Haven State Prison anchors the central landscape of this 1960s survey, surrounded by the evolving agricultural and institutional character of Dutchess County. The map details a sophisticated network of mid-century infrastructure, featuring the New York Central railroad corridor and the Stormville Airport. The presence of numerous summer camps, such as Sanita Hills Camp and Camp Ludington, alongside recreational water bodies like Whaley Lake and Sylvan Lake, illustrates the area's transition into a seasonal retreat destination. For researchers of local heritage, the map preserves the locations of several community foundations, including the Beekman Sch, Zion Ch, and the Second Kent Ch Cem. The eastern portion is dominated by the high elevations of Pawling Mountain and West Mountain, through which the Appalachian Trail winds, providing a clear view of the region's conserved natural topography before modern expansion.