1962 Map of Steamburg

About this map

The Allegheny Reservoir dominates this landscape along the New York-Pennsylvania state line, capturing a transitional moment in the valley's geography. Blue hatching across the terrain indicates the areas planned for submergence at a normal pool elevation of 1328 feet, a change that would fundamentally alter the Allegany Indian Reservation and the riverfront. The settlement of Onoville and the crossing at Quaker Bridge are situated within these inundation zones, while the Erie-Lackawanna railroad runs along the northern valley edge through Steamburg. Genealogists and local historians can find specifically located landmarks like the Cold Spring Sch No 3, Oldtown Cem, and Steamburg Cem, as well as numerous family-named roads such as Corbett Hill Road and McGraw Road. The map also details the early boundaries of Allegany State Park and various State Reforestation Areas across the uplands.