Loading map...

1929 Map of Claremont

Name: 1929 Topographic Map of Claremont
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1932
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1932

About this map

The Connecticut River serves as the central artery for this late 1920s survey, marking the state boundary between Vermont and New Hampshire. Dominating the western skyline is the massive peak of Ascutney Mtn, while the eastern side of the river features the industrial hub of Claremont and the smaller textile and milling hamlets of Cornish Mills and West Claremont. The river's historical importance for transit is evidenced by multiple crossings, including the Cornish Bridge and the Cheshire Toll Bridge, alongside the Ashley Ferry.

Cultural and institutional landmarks such as the St Gaudens Memorial and the Sullivan County Farm highlight the diverse social fabric of the era. The mapping of numerous rural schoolhouses, like Dingleton Sch and Brick Sch, alongside the sprawling rail infrastructure of the Central Vermont and Boston And Maine railroads, provides a clear view of the regional economy and community structure before mid-century changes.