1951 Map of West Bainbridge

About this map

West Bainbridge and its surrounding hamlets are defined by a network of creeks and ridges in Chenango County as they appeared in the early 1950s. The landscape is marked by prominent elevations such as Gibson Pinnacle and the area known as Bumps, while the valleys carry Kelsey Creek and Wilkins Brook. This era shows a settled rural economy, with small clusters of homes and family-named locations like Blakesley Corner, Puckerville Corners, and Yaleville still distinctly labeled. For those tracing local heritage, the map identifies landmarks such as the West Bainbridge Cem and several other cemeteries, alongside smaller water bodies like Echo Lake, Brackett Lake, and Smith Pond. The road network consists largely of named routes like Scouten Hill Road and Kilroy Road, providing a detailed look at the connectivity between the townships of Coventry, Bainbridge, and Afton before the significant modern expansion.