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1953 Map of Plainfield

Name: 1953 Topographic Map of Plainfield
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1955
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1955

About this map

The Quinebaug River snakes through the center of this Windham County landscape, anchoring a series of industrial and residential clusters during the mid-century era. The confluence of rail and water power is evident in the layout of settlements like Wauregan and Moosup, where the Moosup River meets the larger valley. The map documents the intricate road network of the day, including the General Israel Putnam Highway and the Gooseneck Rd, which connect the scattered villages.

Genealogical interest is high across this quadrangle, as it captures numerous family and community landmarks such as Evergreen Cem, St Johns Cem, and Baldwin Cem. Local infrastructure of the 1950s is noted by the presence of the Wauregan Sta and a Drive-in Theater south of Plainfield. The southeastern corner transitions into the wooded expanse of the Pachaug State Forest, contrasting with the more developed river corridor to the west.