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1946 Map of Athol
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1946 Map of Athol

USGS Topo · Published 1946

About this map

The Millers River corridor serves as the industrial and transit heart of this Worcester County region during the mid-1940s, anchored by the dense street grid of Athol. The Boston and Maine Railroad follows the river's winding path, connecting the manufacturing center to the broader Massachusetts rail network. Beyond the town center, the landscape transitions into a complex system of reservoirs and highlands, including Pratt Hill and Baldwin Hill. To the south, the Administration Bldg Harvard Forest marks a significant center for forestry research amidst the dense timber of Harvard Forest. Genealogists can find numerous burial grounds scattered across the townships, such as New Sherborn Cem and Lower Cem, which reflect the area's early settlement patterns. Rural life is further evidenced by isolated landmarks like the Phillipston No 1 Sch and the small cluster at Riceville, where Riceville Pond sits at the head of the Riceville Brook valley.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1946
Date Published1946
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:31,680
Physical Dimensions17 x 20.7 inches

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SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain