Susquehanna Depot, Pennsylvania
Susquehanna Depot is a borough of 1,297 people in Susquehanna County, Pennsylvania, founded in 1794.
Why visit Susquehanna Depot
Townapedia lists 1 museum or landmark, 1 park or trail, 3 places to eat and 1 attraction in and around town.
Highlights include Starrucca Viaduct and Susquehanna.
July is the warmest month, with average highs of 82°F; January lows average 16°F.
Weather in Susquehanna Depot
Forecast from the National Weather Service. Full forecast
About Susquehanna Depot
Susquehanna Depot, often referred to simply as Susquehanna, is a borough in Susquehanna County, Pennsylvania, United States, located on the Susquehanna River 23 miles (37 km) southeast of Binghamton, New York. In the past, railroad locomotives and railroad cars were made here. It is also known for its Pennsylvania Bluestone quarries.
From the Wikipedia article Susquehanna Depot, Pennsylvania (this version), under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Things to do1
Starrucca Viaduct
Bridge · National Register of Historic Places · 2.0 mi
Bridge in Lanesboro, Pennsylvania
Museums and landmarks1
Susquehanna
Monument and historic site · National Register of Historic Places
Railroad station in Susquehanna, Pennsylvania, United States
Parks, trails and playgrounds1
William Emminger Field
Sports field and stadium · 1.2 mi
Turnpike Street, Susquehanna
Restaurants and cafes3
Bluestone Ice Cream Shoppe
Restaurant · Ice Cream · 1.4 mi
191 Riverside Drive, Susquehanna
History
The New York and Erie Railroad (later reorganized as the Erie Railroad) built a rail line through the county in 1848, including the Starrucca Viaduct: a monumental stone structure spanning Starrucca Creek. Concurrently, the railroad established workshops in what would eventually be known as Susquehanna Depot. Initially, 350 workers were employed. The line opened for traffic in 1851.
The borough was incorporated on August 19, 1853, from part of Harmony Township. In 1863, the Erie shops were expanded to cover 8 acres (3.2 ha) and they employed 700 workers by 1865, and later over 1,000. The complex included a 33-stall roundhouse, a rail yard, a foundry, gas works, oil works and offices. By 1887, the shops were producing five locomotives per month. The Susquehanna railroad station, which included a large hotel called the Starrucca House, opened in 1865.
From the History section of Susquehanna Depot, Pennsylvania on Wikipedia, under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Shopping1
Gas and EV charging1
Schools, colleges and libraries4
Susquehanna County Library - Susquehanna
Library · 0.4 mi
83 Erie Boulevard, Susquehanna Depot
Healthcare2
Map of Susquehanna Depot
14 places. The map loads OpenStreetMap tiles when you open it.
Climate by month
Monthly table
| Month | High | Low | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 33°F | 16°F | 3.1 in |
| Feb | 36°F | 17°F | 2.5 in |
| Mar | 45°F | 25°F | 3.6 in |
| Apr | 59°F | 35°F | 4.0 in |
| May | 70°F | 45°F | 4.4 in |
| Jun | 78°F | 55°F | 4.2 in |
| Jul | 82°F | 59°F | 4.5 in |
| Aug | 80°F | 58°F | 4.2 in |
| Sep | 73°F | 51°F | 4.7 in |
| Oct | 62°F | 40°F | 4.3 in |
| Nov | 48°F | 31°F | 3.2 in |
| Dec | 37°F | 23°F | 3.3 in |
U.S. Climate Normals 1991-2020 for Deposit Hcn (13 mi away), NOAA NCEI.
People and cost of living
American Community Survey 5-year estimates, 2020-2024, U.S. Census Bureau. Estimates have margins of error, larger for small towns.
Disaster history
Susquehanna County has had 15 federal disaster declarations since 2000, most often for severe storms.
- 2024-09-11: Tropical Storm Debby (Tropical Storm)
- 2020-03-30: Covid-19 Pandemic (Biological)
- 2020-03-13: Covid-19 (Biological)
- 2018-11-27: Severe Storms And Flooding (Severe Storm)
- 2012-10-29: Hurricane Sandy (Hurricane)
- 2011-09-12: Tropical Storm Lee (Flood)
OpenFEMA disaster declarations summaries.
Getting there and nearby towns
Greater Binghamton Airport (BGM) is the nearest airport with scheduled flights listed in OpenStreetMap, 27 miles away.
- Hallstead 7 mi west, about 12 min by car
- Windsor 10 mi north, about 15 min by car
- Deposit 13 mi northeast, about 21 min by car
- Montrose 16 mi southwest, about 25 min by car
- Binghamton 19 mi northwest, about 31 min by car
- Chenango Bridge 20 mi northwest, about 33 min by car
- Port Dickinson 20 mi northwest, about 32 min by car
- Afton 20 mi north, about 33 min by car
- Binghamton University 21 mi northwest, about 34 min by car
- Johnson City 22 mi northwest, about 36 min by car
Drive times are estimates from straight-line distance, not routes.
Local news
Headlines from INDB, the NEMICO news database.
Reviews, tips and questions
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Sources and licences
- NCES EDGE (Public domain): public schools
- NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals 1991-2020 (Public domain): climate by month
- OpenFEMA (Public domain): disaster declarations
- OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL 1.0): places, airports, map data
- U.S. Census Bureau (Public domain): population, income, housing, education, commute
- Wikidata (CC0 1.0): elevation, founding date, time zone, website, landmarks and historic places
- Wikimedia Commons (see each image): photos
- Wikipedia (CC BY-SA 4.0): overview and history text
Photo credits
- Susquehanna Depot PA, P199, CC BY-SA 3.0
- HAER-Starrucca 1, Unknown author Unknown author, Public domain
- Susquehanna Station - May 2011, Adam Moss, CC BY-SA 2.0
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