1954 Map of Naugatuck

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Industrial and residential development follows the deep valley of the Naugatuck River in this mid-century survey. The urban core of Naugatuck is concentrated around Union City and the New York New Haven and Hartford railroad line, while the surrounding hills remain heavily forested. Significant portions of the landscape are dedicated to the Naugatuck State Forest, preserving rugged terrain like Tobys Rock Mountain and Beacon Hill. Local history is visible in the distribution of rural landmarks, from the Gunntown Cem in the northwest to Paynes Corners in the southeast. A network of smaller settlements including Millville, Straitsville, and Beacon Falls are linked by winding roads such as Chestnut Tree Hill Rd and Skokorat Road. Water management is a primary feature of the topography, evidenced by numerous reservoirs like Mulberry Res and Candee Reservoir.