1969 Map of Botsford

About this map

Huntington State Park and the high ridges of Fairfield County define this landscape as it appeared in the early 1970s. The area is characterized by a transition from traditional rural hamlets to developing suburban communities, centered around crossroads like Redding Ridge and Stepney. Significant water infrastructure is visible in the massive Saugatuck Reservoir and Easton Reservoir, which dominate the southern half of the sheet. Local genealogy and religious history are anchored by landmarks such as St Patricks Ch and the Tashua Burial Ground Christ Ch. The Penn Central rail line cuts through the northeast corner near Botsford, reflecting the industrial and transport links that shaped these upland towns. The map captures a moment when mid-century institutions like Barlow High Sch were established alongside older landmarks like Union Cem and Five Points.