1985 Map of Claremont

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The Connecticut River serves as the central artery of this mid-1980s landscape, defining the state boundary between Vermont and New Hampshire. On the Vermont side, the industrial centers of Springfield and Chester are surrounded by extensive public lands like Okemo State Forest and Mount Ascutney State Park. The terrain is characterized by significant elevations including Okemo Mountain and the prominent Mount Ascutney. East across the river in New Hampshire, the textile and manufacturing heritage of Claremont and Newport is evident along the Sugar River. The region's recreation and conservation efforts are anchored by Lake Sunapee and the high ridges of Mount Sunapee. This era shows a well-developed transportation network where the Boston & Maine RR and Central Vermont RR still trace the river valleys, supporting a mix of timber, small-scale industry, and growing seasonal tourism centered on the Green Mountains and New Hampshire’s lakes.