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1944 Map of Quabbin Reservoir
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1944 Map of Quabbin Reservoir

USGS Topo · Published 1944

About this map

Quabbin Reservoir dominates this 1940s landscape, illustrating the profound transformation of the Swift River Valley as it was inundated to provide water for Boston. The map captures the central Massachusetts terrain during a transitional period, where former community centers like North Prescott and parts of New Salem are shown in relation to the rising waters and new shoreline. The Daniel Shays Highway runs along the western edge, providing a modern transport link through the wooded uplands of Shutesbury.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1944
Date Published1944
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:31,680
Physical Dimensions15 x 19.7 inches

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Source Details

SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain