2024 Map of Benson

About this map

Benson and West Haven anchor this landscape along the eastern shores of Lake Champlain, where the border between New York and Vermont is defined by the water. The area is characterized by a high density of small family and community burial grounds, such as Carter Street Cem, Fair View Cem, and the Old Cem. These sites, alongside landmarks like Putnam Station and Benson Landing, trace the settlement patterns of Rutland and Washington Counties. The terrain transitions from the lowlands of East Bay and the Hubbardton River to prominent rises like Rattlesnake Ridge and Mt Hamilton. The southern portion of the map is shaped by the winding Poultney River, featuring the Carver Falls Cem near the riverbanks. This 2024 survey detail reveals a rural network of roads like Goodrich Crossroad and Money Hole Rd that connect the scattered wetlands of Strong Swamp and Cranberry Swamp to the historic village centers.