1972 Map of Cavendish

About this map

The Black River and its North Branch define the settlement patterns of this Vermont landscape, where small villages like Felchville, Amsden, and Downers are connected by winding valley roads. The area is marked by significant topographical relief, including the heights of Hawks Mountain and Little Ascutney Mtn. Genealogists and local historians will find value in the documentation of the Old Revolutionary War Cem and Mt Union Ch, which speak to the deep history of early Vermont settlers in the townships of Reading and Cavendish. The industrial utility of the river is evident at Whitesville, where a Powerplant and Sewage Disposal facility are located near the dramatic Cavendish Gorge. Conservation efforts are well-established here, with the Albert C Lord State Forest and Proctor-Piper State Forest preserving large tracts of timberland.