1926 Map of Woodhull

About this map

The Canisteo River carves a deep path through these Steuben County highlands, providing a vital corridor for the Erie RR as it winds through Cameron and Rathbone. This 1920s-era landscape is defined by its educational network, featuring dozens of named rural schoolhouses such as the Eight Square School, Gothic School, and French School. These structures were the civic anchors for scattered farming communities like Hedgesville and Risingville during a period of peak agricultural development before mid-century modernization. The southern portion of the sheet is dominated by the Tuscarora Creek drainage, where Woodhull serves as a local hub. The map captures a meticulously documented rural geography, from the elevation at Round Top to the localized landmarks of Oskonsa Falls and Bear Falls, reflecting the transition from isolated hill farms to interconnected valley settlements.