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1972 Map of Goshen

Name: 1972 Topographic Map of Goshen
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1978
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1978

About this map

Goshen and the surrounding Hill Towns of the Pioneer Valley are documented here during the early 1970s, showcasing a landscape of dense woodlands and high ridges. The map highlights the Daughters of the American Revolution State Forest and its significant water features, including Upper Highland and Lower Highland. Local history is anchored by early infrastructure such as the Center Sch and Goshen Cem near the town center, while the smaller settlement of Lithia sits at the junction of Stones Bk and the Swift River.

To the south, the village of Chesterfield is situated near Fisk Meadow and the Davenport Sch, reflecting the traditional New England town structure. The topography is defined by prominent elevations like Bear Mtn and Mollison Hill, with the Westfield River and Telephone River cutting through the western terrain. This survey, revised from 1970 aerial photography, captures the rural character of the area before modern suburban expansion began to alter the remote upland environment.