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2023 Map of Salamanca

Name: 2023 Topographic Map of Salamanca
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2023
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2023

About this map

Salamanca and the surrounding river valley are defined by the winding path of the Allegheny River as it moves westward through Cattaraugus County. The modern settlement pattern clusters along the river corridor and Great Valley Creek, with the city center anchored by Wildwood Cem and Calvary Cem. To the north, the landscape rises into significant high ground, including Oyer Mountain and Smith Mountain, where the unusual geologic formations of Little Rock City and the Lindell Lookout offer vantage points over the hollows.

Rural hamlets and family-named landmarks like Kill Buck, Peth, and Sullivan Hollow mark the smaller valleys, while aviation history is represented by the Great Valley Airport. The topography is etched with numerous runs and brooks, such as Breeds Run and Titus Run, illustrating the complex drainage system of the Allegheny plateau. This modern survey provides a detailed look at how historical settlements have integrated with the challenging terrain of southwestern New York.