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1998 Map of Gilsum

Name: 1998 Topographic Map of Gilsum
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2002
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2002

About this map

Surry Mountain and its surrounding heights dominate this corner of Cheshire County, where the Ashuelot River carves a deep valley through the towns of Gilsum and Surry. The landscape reflects a mix of glacial geology and long-standing rural settlement, evidenced by the clustered hamlets of Lower Village and Shaws Corner. To the south, the Surry Mountain Lake reservoir is a prominent feature, while the rugged northern terrain is dotted with high-elevation ponds like Lake Warren and Caldwell Pond.

Local industrial history is marked by the Mine Ledge and a Gravel Pit near the riverbanks, hinting at the area's geological utility. For those exploring regional heritage, the map identifies several burial grounds, including Slade Cem and Crehore Cem, alongside distinctive landmarks such as the Bears Den State Natural Area on the slopes of Bingham Hill. The network of secondary roads, like Old Walpole Rd and Mine Ledge Road, connects these disparate settlements across the upland terrain.