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2010 Map of Richville

Name: 2010 Topographic Map of Richville
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2010
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2010

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The Oswegatchie River meanders through this Saint Lawrence County landscape, creating a distinct riparian corridor that defines local settlement patterns. Small communities and crossroads like Richville, North Gouverneur, and Staplin Corners are connected by a network of rural roads that cross the water at points such as Rock Island Bridge and Peabody Bridge. The river’s path is further marked by features like Snowshoe Island and the broad Spooner Flat.

Genealogists and local historians can find several burial grounds documented, including Maple Grove Cemetery near Richville and the North Gouverneur Cemetery. The terrain is characterized by a mix of wetlands and modest elevations, such as Huckleberry Mountain and Mud Lake, illustrating the post-glacial topography of northern New York. This 2010 survey reflects a period of modern rural stability, where traditional land divisions and small hamlets remain the primary anchors of the region.