1899 Map of Londonderry

About this map

Londonderry and South Londonderry anchor the northeastern portion of this Vermont landscape, which was surveyed in the final decade of the 19th century. The terrain is defined by prominent peaks including Bromley Mountain, Glebe Mountain, and Stratton Mountain, with the Central Vermont R. R. following the narrow valley of the West River. This rail connection was vital for the scattered hill towns and small settlements such as Bondville, Jamaica, and the uniquely named Bucketville. High-altitude water bodies like Lowell Lake, Stratton Pond, and Grout Pond are scattered across the uplands, while the Deerfield River and Winhall River drain the steep topography. The map illustrates a period when isolated mountain farming and early timber interests shaped the network of roads connecting West Wardsboro, Peru, and Rawsonville.