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1938 Map of Niantic

Name: 1938 Topographic Map of Niantic
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1938
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1938

About this map

The Niantic River and its expansive bay define this 1930s coastal landscape, where the New York New Haven and Hartford railroad cuts a vital path across the marshy shoreline. This era shows a transition from traditional rural hamlets like Flanders and East Lyme toward a seasonal coastal economy, evidenced by the proliferation of waterfront communities such as Crescent Beach, Attawan Beach, and the Black Point Beach Club.

Infrastructure for public health and military use is prominent, including the State Sanatorium at Seaside and the State Campground near the mouth of the river. The map captures the intricate water network of Pattaganset Lake and Bride Lake, alongside inland landmarks like the Stone Church and Gilead Ch. Small-scale industry is visible in the Quarry sites near Millstone Pt and Great Neck, while the Waterford Sta serves as a local hub for the eastern shoreline.