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1955 Map of Bristol

Name: 1955 Topographic Map of Bristol
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1979
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1979

About this map

Barrington, Warren, and Bristol anchor this coastal survey, showing the intricate landscape of the Narragansett Bay waterfront during the mid-20th century. The transition from industrial roots to suburban growth is visible in the expansion of neighborhoods like West Barrington, Bay Spring, and Hampden Meadows. The shorelines are deeply articulated, from the tidal flats of Bullock Cove to the protected waters of Bristol Harbor and Potter Cove on Prudence Island.

Genealogists can identify significant local landmarks, including the South Burial Grounds and St Marys Cem, alongside educational and civic institutions like St Columbans Seminary and Windmill Hill Sch. The mapping of the P & W RR line through the heart of the coastal towns underscores the historic importance of rail transit before the dominance of modern highways, while the presence of Colt State Park and the Rhode Island Country Club highlights the region's developing recreational character.