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1946 Map of Tamarack

Name: 1946 Topographic Map of Tamarack
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1988
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1988

About this map

Kettle Creek winds through a deeply incised landscape in north-central Pennsylvania, marking the topographic transition between Potter and Clinton counties. This 1946 field-checked survey reveals a territory dominated by steep ridges and narrow valleys, where human activity is largely confined to the drainage basins. Notable high points like Dykes Peak, Turtle Point, and Keeney Mountain define the horizon, while the Tamarack Lookout Tower stands as a sentinel over the vast forests.

A significant ecological feature, the Tamarack Swamp, sits at the headwaters of the surrounding runs, including Drury Run and Hevner Run. The drainage pattern is complex, with Cross Fork and Hammersley Fork feeding into the main creek. The map reflects a mid-century moment where primitive roads like 144 provided the primary access to these highlands, supporting the fire observation and timber management of the era before modern recreational development intensified.