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2010 Map of Russell

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

USGS Topo · Published 2010

About this map

Conewango Creek and its many tributaries, including Johnny Run and Akeley Run, define the rolling topography of this borderland region between Pennsylvania and New York. The landscape is characterized by a dense network of crossroads settlements and family-named corners such as Babcock Corners, Fairbanks Corners, and Hatch Corners. These small hubs, alongside established towns like Russell and Lander, reflect a long-standing pattern of rural development centered around farming and local industry.

Genealogical interest is high throughout the quadrangle, with several burial grounds such as Marsh Cemetery and Mead Cemetery providing links to early area residents. Notable landmarks like the Guy C Irving House and the D O C Airport punctuate the terrain, while hills like Sturdevant Hill and Big Four Hill rise above the drainage basins. The road network, including the clearly marked Old State Line Rd, traces the historical movement of goods and people across this northern tier landscape.