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1948 Map of Richmond

Name: 1948 Topographic Map of Richmond
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1981
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1981

About this map

The Winooski River corridor serves as the primary artery for transport and industry in this post-war Vermont landscape, shadowed by the steep slopes of the Green Mountains. The Central Vermont railroad follows the river's path, connecting the primary settlements of Richmond and Jonesville. A notable cultural landmark, the Old Round Church, stands near the river, while the northern uplands are dominated by the Fort Ethan Allen Military Reservation, which includes an Artillery Target Range.

Topography defines the human geography here, from the prominent Birnies Nose and Stimson Mountain to the small pockets of habitation at Jericho Center and Nashville. Genealogists and local historians can find specifically named sites like River View Cem and family-named terrain such as Laisdell Hill or Marr Flat. The presence of an Airway Beacon on the southern peaks reflects the mid-century infrastructure for early aviation navigation.