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1978 Map of Assawompset Pond

Name: 1978 Topographic Map of Assawompset Pond
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1979
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1979

About this map

The massive expanse of Assawompset Pond dominates this landscape, surrounded by an intricate chain of smaller water bodies including Pocksha Pond, Great Quittacas Pond, and Long Pond. By the late 1970s, the area reflects a transition between its agricultural roots and residential growth, with numerous shorefront developments like Buena Vista Shores, Huckleberry Shores, and Churchill Shores lining the western banks. The economy is heavily influenced by the presence of Cranberry Bogs scattered throughout the lowlands, particularly in the vicinity of the Keene River and Cedar Swamp.

Genealogists will find a wealth of local landmarks, from the Thompson Hill Cem and Burial Hill Cem near Staples Corner to the Apponequet Regional High Sch in the south. The transportation network is anchored by Conrail lines in the north and the emerging highway system evidenced by Interchange 8. Cultural and institutional sites such as Massaoit State Park, the State Hosp, and Cathedral Camp show the region's diverse land use during this era.