Waterport New York Map

About Waterport, New York

Waterport is a locality in Orleans County, New York, United States. It is a small community with a population of 480. The population density is 35.0 people per km². Waterport is located at 43.3170°N, 78.2514°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 14571.

Waterport lies a quiet sentinel between the broad, blue expanse of Lake Ontario and the fertile, rolling lands of Orleans County. It lies 24.9 miles east of Niagara, NY (from Niagara, NY: bearing 89°T), and is situated 5.9 miles west of Kent. Here, the air carries the crisp, clean scent of fresh water, often tinged with the earthy perfume of ripening fruit from the surrounding orchards. The landscape is a gentle interplay of open fields, their rows stretching towards the horizon like carefully drawn lines, and stands of mature trees that offer dappled shade along the country lanes. The Oak Orchard Creek, a ribbon of cool, clear water, winds its way through the heart of Waterport, its banks lined with reeds that sway in the breeze, and its surface reflecting the ever-changing sky. The history of Waterport is intimately tied to the bounty of its land and the vital artery of its creek. Originally settled by those drawn to the rich agricultural soil, the area quickly developed into a significant hub for fruit farming, particularly apples and cherries, a legacy that continues to shape its economy today. The presence of the creek also facilitated early industry, with mills once grinding grain and sawing lumber, their echoes now faded but the memory of their industrious hum lingering in the collective consciousness. Waterport retains a distinct character, a place where the pace of life is measured by the changing seasons and the quiet diligence of its residents, a community that has long understood the value of hard work and the simple beauty of its lakeside setting.

About This Waterport Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Waterport, New York — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 43.317002, -78.251411. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on Waterport and Orleans County.

Detailed location data for Waterport includes the ZIP code (14571), telephone area code (585), county seat of Orleans County (Albion), and school district assignment. These are among the most commonly searched location details for any US city or town.

Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Waterport is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.