1969 Map of Spencer

About this map

Catatonk Creek and its many tributaries, including Michigan Creek and Miller Creek, carve through the complex topography of Tioga County. The village of Spencer serves as a primary hub, situated near the headwaters of the creek system and the shores of Spencer Lake. The landscape is a patchwork of steep hills such as Emery Hill and Tallow Hill, which separate several small, named valleys. Transport patterns reflect both the industrial past and the rural present, with the Lehigh Valley railroad line running through the village while an Old Railroad Grade remains visible further east. Local history is anchored by rural landmarks like the Straits Corners Ch and several small burial grounds, including Baptist Corners Cem and Gravel Pit Cem, providing valuable touchpoints for genealogical research in this southern Tier region.