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1927 Map of Tidioute

Name: 1927 Topographic Map of Tidioute
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1963
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1963

About this map

The Allegheny River carves a deep valley through this corner of northwestern Pennsylvania, serving as the primary corridor for the Pennsylvania railroad and early settlements. The town of Tidioute anchors the river's bend, while the smaller hamlets of Trunkeyville, West Hickory, and East Hickory trace the shoreline south. This landscape is defined by its upland topography and numerous drainages, such as Tidioute Creek and West Hickory Creek, which carved the steep hillsides long before these 1920s surveys.

A network of rural schools and family-named hills reveals the community structure of the early 20th century, including Sutton Hill Sch and McGuire Sch. Near Kellettville, the winding path of Tionesta Creek meets several smaller runs, illustrating the intricate water system of the Warren and Forest County border. The presence of the Wheeler Fire Tower suggests the importance of timber resources in these highlands during this era.