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2021 Map of Durham

Name: 2021 Topographic Map of Durham
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2021
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2021

About this map

The Coginchaug River winds through a landscape defined by the prominent north-south elevations of the Metacomet Ridge and Beseck Mtn. This central Connecticut corridor preserves its historical character through the cluster of Durham Center and Durham, where the local heritage is anchored by the Durham Cem and the rise of Meetinghouse Hill. The terrain is marked by sharp ridges like Bluff Head and the Broomstick Ledges, which overlook the significant wetland areas of Durham Meadows.

Transitioning toward the southern portion of the map, the environment shifts toward the more secluded Rockland area and the waters of Quonnipaug Lake. Local transportation and aviation history are represented by the presence of the Maplewood Farm Airport. The map also traces the New England National Scenic Trl as it traverses the highlands of Totoket Mtn and Pistapaug Mtn, highlighting the complex topography that has shaped settlement patterns between New Haven and Middlesex counties.