1946 Map of Blandford

About this map

The Cobble Mountain Reservoir and Borden Brook Reservoir dominate the southern landscape of this 1940s survey, illustrating the managed water systems of the Berkshires. The topography is defined by significant elevations like Great Moose Hill and Sunapee Hill, while the Westfield River cuts through the northern corner. Transportation history is deeply etched into the terrain, showing the Boston and Albany RR following the river and the path of the General Knox Turnpike traversing the hills. Historical markers for genealogists include the North Blandford Cem and the St Thomas Cem, alongside smaller settlements like North Blandford and Woronoco Heights. The map reveals a transition between old stage routes and early twentieth-century infrastructure, centered on the town of Blandford.