2015 Map of Hamburg

About this map

The Eightmile River flows through this corner of Connecticut, carving a landscape defined by prominent ridges like Wheatfield Ridge and Chapman Ridge. The settlement pattern follows old routes such as the Essex Tpke, with clusters of activity at Hamburg, Sterling City, and Jewitt Corner. These hamlets are interspersed with numerous family and community burial grounds, including the Millington Cem, Sisson Cem, and Whittlesey Cem, which offer significant value for genealogical research in New London and Middlesex counties. The topography is dotted with numerous small water bodies like Alexander Pond and Uncas Pond, while the northern portion features the distinct Devils Hopyard Field. Local landmarks like the Hamburg Bridge and Macks Mill Hill highlight the historical infrastructure that supported these riverside communities before the modern era of development.