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1946 Map of East Brookfield
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1946 Map of East Brookfield

USGS Topo · Published 1946

About this map

The Quaboag River and its expansive wetlands anchor this 1946 survey, illustrating a central Massachusetts landscape defined by glacial ponds and a transit-oriented industrial spine. The Boston and Albany RR cuts across the northern half of the sheet, connecting the manufacturing centers of Brookfield, East Brookfield, and Spencer. This rail corridor mirrors the natural drainage of the Sevenmile River and the East Brookfield River, which feed into the large basins of Lake Lashaway and Quaboag Pond. These water bodies provided both power and aesthetic value to the surrounding towns as they transitioned from agricultural foundations to manufacturing hubs.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1946
Date Published1946
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:31,680
Physical Dimensions17 x 20.7 inches

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Source Details

SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain