1986 Map of Eden

About this map

The Gihon River and its numerous tributaries carve through the townships of Eden, Johnson, and Hyde Park, creating a landscape defined by high ridges and secluded valley settlements. In the mid-1980s, the village of Eden Mills and the town of Eden served as focal points for local commerce, while the northern reaches were dominated by water bodies like Eden Lake and the remote Ritterbush Pond. The terrain is characterized by named elevations such as Bean Mountain and The Knob, with the Green River Reservoir forming a significant feature in the southeastern corner. Historical land use is evident in the presence of scattered Cem locations and localized industrial sites like the Gravel Pit near the riverbanks. This era shows the established road networks connecting North Hyde Park and Centerville, illustrating how the mountainous topography dictated the development of these Vermont communities.