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2018 Map of Barre

Name: 2018 Topographic Map of Barre
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2018
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2018

About this map

The Ware River and its various branches, including the Burnshirt River and Prince River, define the geography of this Worcester County region. The landscape is dotted with small, historic industrial and residential nodes such as Williamsville, Mill Village, and Coldbrook Springs. These communities reflect the long-standing relationship between local industry and the water power provided by features like Powder Mill Pond and Wax Factory Pond.

Genealogists and local historians will find a dense concentration of burial sites, ranging from the Nightingale Cem in the north to the Adams Cem in the south. The area is also characterized by significant elevation changes, with prominent points like Mt Jefferson and Prospect Hill overlooking the river valleys. The central landmark of Barre Falls remains a focal point for the drainage of the East Branch Ware River, marking a key hydrologic and cultural feature in the terrain.