1972 Map of Sonyea

About this map

Craig State School dominates the central landscape of this 1970s survey, marking the expansive grounds of the former institution at Sonyea. The terrain is defined by the winding course of Canaseraga Creek and the historical remnants of the Canaseraga Canal, illustrating the evolution of transport in this corner of Livingston County. Rail infrastructure is prominent, with the Erie-Lackawanna and the Dansville and Mount Morris lines cutting through the valley. Rural life is anchored by small settlements like Kysorville and Tuscarora, along with numerous local burial grounds including the Craig State Sch Cem and Williamsburgh Cem. The map captures the interface between institutional land use and the agricultural valley, where old water features like the Tail Race at Shaker Crossing reflect earlier industrial efforts to harness the local waterways for power and transit.