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2016 Map of Renovo West

Name: 2016 Topographic Map of Renovo West
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2016
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2016

About this map

The West Branch Susquehanna River carves a deep, sinuous path through this section of the Allegheny Plateau, dictating the development of riverside settlements like Renovo, West Renovo, and Westport. These communities, tightly hemmed in by steep terrain, follow the narrow valley floor where the river meets significant tributaries such as Kettle Creek and Drury Run. The landscape is defined by its numerous named "hollows" and "drafts," such as Big Basin Hollow and Swamp Draft, which reveal a complex drainage system feeding into the main river corridor.

Local history is preserved in small upland sites like Noyes Cem and Robbins Cem, which stand as landmarks for early families in this remote region. The infrastructure of the area is highlighted by the Renovo Reservoir and the S Renovo Reservoir, perched on the ridges above the towns they serve. Significant elevation points like High Knob and Drury Ridge overlook the valley, providing a clear picture of the dramatic vertical relief that has shaped the area's transport and settlement patterns.