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1947 Map of Pittsfield East
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1947 Map of Pittsfield East

USGS Topo · Published 1947

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The East Branch Housatonic River winds through a landscape of heavy industry and natural landmarks in the years following World War II. The Boston and Albany RR serves as a critical corridor through Pittsfield and Dalton, linking the urban manufacturing centers to the surrounding highlands. This era showcases a complex water management system essential for both municipal needs and industrial power, evidenced by numerous catchments like Ashley Reservoir, Farnham Reservoir, and Sackett Reservoir dotting the slopes of Washington Mountain. High-altitude recreation and conservation are already well-established, with the Appalachian Trail traversing the ridgelines near Warner Hill and the scenic Wahconah Falls located northeast of the Dalton settlement. Local neighborhoods such as Lakeview Terrace near Pontoosuc Lake show the mid-century residential footprint of the Berkshire region.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1947
Date Published1947
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:31,680
Physical Dimensions17 x 20.8 inches

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SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain