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1949 Map of Bridport

Name: 1949 Topographic Map of Bridport
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1991
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1991

About this map

Bridport and Shoreham anchor this agricultural landscape in the Champlain Valley, where the terrain transitions from the low-lying Cedar Swamp to a series of prominent rises including The Pinnacle and Saint George Hill. The 1949 survey illustrates a classic New England settlement pattern of rural hamlets and family-named landmarks. The drainage network is particularly detailed, showing the complex meandering of the Lemon Fair River and the bifurcated Dead Creek with its East and West branches.

Genealogists and local historians will find several key cultural sites, such as All Saints Chapel near Cream Hill and St Genevieve Ch in Shoreham. The map identifies multiple burial grounds, including Lakeview Cem, St Genevieve Cem, and Village Cem, providing essential geographic context for mid-century residents. The shoreline of Lake Champlain on the western edge highlights the regional importance of the waterfront, while inland locations like School No 6 mark the social centers of the surrounding farm districts.