1950 Map of Reading Center

About this map

The western shores of Seneca Lake define this mid-century portrait of Schuyler County, where the steep lakeside terrain is punctuated by numerous points such as Glenora Point and Fir Tree Point. The landscape reflects a diverse transportation history, dominated by the parallel routes of the Pennsylvania and New York Central railroads as they navigate the ridges and ravines. At the southern edge, the village of Watkins Glen sits at the foot of the lake, while smaller inland hamlets like Reading Center and Rock Stream serve as local hubs for the surrounding agricultural community.