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1951 Map of Fall River East

Name: 1951 Topographic Map of Fall River East
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1951
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1951

About this map

North Watuppa Pond and South Watuppa Pond dominate the western landscape of this Bristol County region, which is characterized by a mix of protected woodlands and localized industrial development during the early 1950s. The massive Freetown Fall River State Forest covers the northern portion, featuring landmarks such as King Philip Spring and the Copicut Hill fire tower. In the south, the New York New Haven and Hartford railroad cuts through the terrain, connecting several small communities and industry points.

Industrial and social hubs like Westport Factory and Lincoln Park show the transition from traditional manufacturing toward mid-century recreation. The map also reveals numerous historic crossroads and named junctions, including Fighting Rock Corner, Beulah Corners, and Hixville. These settlements, often centered around bridges over the Copicut River or Shingle Island River, provide a clear picture of the rural road network connecting Fall River to Dartmouth and Westport.