1948 Map of Tiadaghton

About this map

Pine Creek Gorge dominates this landscape, where the New York Central and Baltimore and Ohio railroads parallel the winding Pine Creek. In the late 1940s, the area around Ansonia and the southern settlement of Tiadaghton served as a gateway to this dramatic canyon system. The map reveals a transition from the narrow, river-focused transit corridor to the upland farming communities of Delmar and Moris townships. Notable social centers like the Middle Ridge Ch and Sherman Sch stand on the higher plateaus, while small clusters like Olmsville and Thumptown appear on the eastern edge. The topography is meticulously detailed, showing viewpoints such as Colton Point and Harrison Lookout that overlook the steep descents into the gorge, illustrating the area's importance for both industry and early conservation.