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1956 Map of Collinsville

Name: 1956 Topographic Map of Collinsville
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1970
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1970

About this map

The Farmington River winds through this mid-century Connecticut landscape, anchoring industrial and residential hubs like Collinsville and Unionville. A major geographical shift is marked by the expansive Nepaug Reservoir, formed by the Nepaug Dam and Phelps Dam, which altered the local topography and replaced earlier land uses. The map illustrates a balance between utility and preservation, with Nepaug State Forest and Nassahegan State Forest flanking the water bodies.

Genealogists can identify several local landmarks, including St Patricks Cem, South Cem, and the Burlington Consolidated Sch. The presence of the Penn Central railroad line reflects the transport infrastructure of the era, while distinctive local place names like Satan's Kingdom and Puddle Town offer a glimpse into the vernacular history of the Litchfield and Hartford county border. Wooded hills such as Taine Mountain and Ratlum Mountain define the horizon, surrounding the growing villages and agricultural plots.