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1987 Map of Framingham

Name: 1987 Topographic Map of Framingham
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1987
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1987

About this map

The Massachusetts Turnpike serves as a modern spine across this late-1980s landscape, connecting the densely settled hubs of Framingham and Natick. This era shows a transition from historical village centers like Saxonville and Framingham Center to a suburban and institutional corridor defined by major academic and medical facilities. Prominent campus footprints include Wellesley College near Lake Waban, Regis College in Weston, and the State Hospital complex.

Conservation areas and water management systems provide a stark contrast to the residential growth. Large tracts like the Great Meadows National Wildlife Refuge and Sudbury State Forest preserve open space along the winding Sudbury River, while a network of reservoirs—including Foss Reservoir (No 3) and Weston Reservoir—highlights the regional utility of the watershed. Rail corridors operated by Conrail MBTA link these suburban towns to the nearby metropolitan core, anchoring the historic neighborhoods of Wellesley Hills and Newton Lower Falls.