1950 Map of Rich Valley

About this map

Rich Valley and the surrounding drainage of the West Branch Sinnemahoning Creek dominate this landscape on the border of Norwich and Shippen townships. The topography is defined by narrow creek bottoms and steep ridges like Dividing Ridge, where numerous family-named runs and hollows converge. Small settlements and local landmarks are concentrated in the valley floors, including the crossroads at Lockwood and the community of Weber City. Local life in the mid-20th century centered on sites like North Creek Chapel and the Swesey Sch, while the presence of the Emporium Reservoir indicates the critical importance of water management for the downstream population. The map also records numerous drainages with specific names like Six and One Half Mile Hol and Hunting Shanty Run, which reflect early logging or hunting history in Cameron and McKean counties.