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2023 Map of Rathbone

Name: 2023 Topographic Map of Rathbone
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2023
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2023

About this map

The Canisteo River valley serves as the primary artery through this southern Tier landscape, anchoring the settlements of Cameron Mills and Rathbone. The topography is defined by high ridges and deep incisions like The Gulf and Babcock Hollow, where small creeks such as Helmer Creek and Tracy Creek have carved out narrow pathways for local travel. For those researching local families, the map identifies several hillside burials, including Cameron Hill Cem and the Aldrich Cem located near South Thurston.

Up on the higher elevations, the rural character remains intact with several smaller hamlets like Risingville and Thurston connected by a network of county roads. Notable natural features such as Oskonsa Falls on Onawasa Creek and the waters of Goodhue Lake provide landmarks within the wooded terrain. The distribution of these named family cemeteries and the concentration of development along the river and Michigan Creek reflect a long-standing settlement pattern tied to the region's valleys and water sources.