2001 Map of Hope Valley

About this map

The Wood River drainage defines the landscape of western Rhode Island at the turn of the 21st century, flowing through a series of mill-era ponds and small villages. Settlements like Hope Valley and Wyoming anchor the southern portion of the map, where Locustville Pond and Canob Pond reflect the industrial water-power origins of these communities. To the north, the terrain transitions into the protected woodlands of the Arcadia State Management Area and Big River State Management Area, preserving a rural character punctuated by landmarks like Bald Hill and Breakheart Hill. The map traces the historical fabric of the region through numerous family burial sites, including Lillibridge Cem and Barber Cem, while showing the modern influence of Interstate 95 as it cuts through Black Plain. Functional sites like the Fish Hatchery near Browning Mill Pond demonstrate the long-standing management of the area's aquatic resources.