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1964 Map of Easthampton

Name: 1964 Topographic Map of Easthampton
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1967
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1967

About this map

Northampton and Easthampton anchor this mid-1960s survey of the Connecticut River valley, a landscape defined by significant institutional and educational footprints. The presence of Smith College, Williston Academy, and the VA Hospital reflects the region's long-standing role as a center for education and healthcare. Settlement patterns follow the winding path of the Mill River, which cuts through the Sawmill Hills to reach the urban core, while the southern reaches are dominated by the dramatic rise of the Mount Tom State Reservation and its distinctive peaks like Whiting Peak and Goat Peak Lookout Tower.

The industrial and agricultural roots of the area are visible in the fertile Manhan Meadows and Pynchon Meadows near the Oxbow, a remnant of the river's former course. Notable local landmarks like Look Memorial Park and the extensive grounds of the Northampton State Hospital provide a clear view of the mid-century civic layout. Transportation networks are well-established, with the Boston and Maine RR and New York New Haven and Hartford RR lines connecting these manufacturing and residential hubs.