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1968 Map of Milford

Name: 1968 Topographic Map of Milford
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1971
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1971

About this map

The industrial and residential growth of south-central Massachusetts is evident in this late-1960s landscape, where the town centers of Milford and Hopedale show significant density. The region is defined by a series of reservoirs and controlled water bodies, including the expansive Whitehall Reservoir and Echo Lake, which speak to the area’s historic reliance on water for both municipal supply and early manufacturing. The map documents the overlap of Worcester Co and Middlesex Co, highlighting a complex network of schools like St Marys High Sch and civic landmarks like the County Home.

Transitioning from the urbanized valley to the western ridges, the terrain rises toward Peppercorn Hill and the protected lands of Upton State Forest. This survey captures the mid-century infrastructure of the area, from the prominent Pipeline cutting across the north to the numerous gravel pits and quarries that fueled local construction. Genealogists will find a high concentration of burial sites, such as Hopedale Village Cem and Lakeview Cem, marking the long-established communities of Upton and Hopkinton.