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1953 Map of Columbia

USGS Topo · Published 1971

About this map

The Penn Central rail corridor and the winding Hop River define the northern valley of this mid-century Connecticut landscape, captured just as suburban patterns began to overlay traditional rural townships. The map highlights a region of scattered village centers like Columbia, Andover, and Hebron, where civic life remained anchored by local institutions such as Porter Sch and the Columbia Cem. The terrain is punctuated by significant water bodies, including Columbia Lake, Mono Pond, and the southern Amston Lake, which by this era supported seasonal recreation at sites like the Fresh Air Camp.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1953
Date Published1971
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24,000
Physical Dimensions22 x 26.8 inches

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Source Details

SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain