2021 Map of New Britain

About this map

New Britain and its surrounding communities are defined by a complex network of industrial heritage and steep trap rock topography. The prominent spine of the Metacomet Ridge cuts through the center of the sheet, separating the dense urban core of New Britain from the residential developments of Farmington and Plainville. This elevation is marked by distinctive peaks like Rattlesnake Mtn and Pinnacle Rock, while the lowlands are punctuated by significant water bodies such as Shuttle Meadow Reservoir and Batterson Park Pond. The area's deep-rooted community history is visible through a dense concentration of local institutions, from the Central Connecticut State University campus to numerous religious sites including Saint Josephs Ch and several heritage-specific burial grounds like the Russian Orthodox Cem and Beth Alom Cem. The Quinnipiac River and Pequabuck River provide the natural drainage for this corridor, which has long served as a vital junction in the Hartford region.