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1983 Map of Plainfield

Name: 1983 Topographic Map of Plainfield
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1983
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1983

About this map

The Quinebaug River corridors and its industrial tributaries define this 1980s landscape in eastern Connecticut. Industrial and community nodes like Moosup, Central Village, and Wauregan Sta highlight a region built on the proximity of water power and rail transport, with the Conrail line threading through the heart of the valley. Significant public lands are visible, including the Quinebaug State Management Area and parts of the Pachaug State Forest, while local infrastructure is marked by the Plainfield Greyhound Park and several educational sites such as Plainfield High Sch.

Genealogists and local historians can trace family locations through numerous burial grounds, including Evergreen Cem, Union Cem, and the Baldwin Cem near the Lisbon border. The map documents the area during a period of transition, showing the intersection of historic turnpikes like the Worcester Turnpike with modern highway interchanges, while maintaining its identity through traditional landmarks like Packers Pond and Shepherd Hill.