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2012 Map of Branford

Name: 2012 Topographic Map of Branford
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2012
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2012

About this map

Lake Saltonstall and the sprawling Lake Gaillard anchor the landscape of south-central Connecticut, defining a region where coastal inlets meet inland ridges. The town of Branford serves as a central hub, surrounded by distinct neighborhoods and coastal settlements such as Pine Orchard, Indian Neck, and Short Beach. This coastal orientation is balanced by significant historical markers, including several burial grounds like Branford Center Cem and Damascus Cem, which offer essential data points for local genealogists.

Transport and recreation are reflected in the presence of the Trolley Museum near Branford Hills and the Connecticut State Boat Launching Area on the coast. The terrain is marked by prominent elevations like Saltonstall Ridge and Beacon Hill, while the Farm River and Muddy River drain the interior. From the industrial corridors near Sackett Point to the small islands like Green Island in the sound, the map captures a well-developed shoreline and its immediate hinterland.