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1981 Map of Sandown

Name: 1981 Topographic Map of Sandown
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1989
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1989

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Phillips Pond and the surrounding woodlands of Rockingham County characterize this survey of southeastern New Hampshire. The landscape is defined by its glacial heritage, with numerous kettle ponds such as Wash Pond, Angle Pond, and Island Pond dotting the terrain between prominent elevations like Smith Mtn and Walnut Hill. The settlement patterns of Sandown, Fremont, and West Hampstead show a reliance on historic transport corridors, notably the Boston and Maine Railroad which cuts through the region.

Genealogists will find a wealth of family history data preserved in the numerous burial grounds, including the Sanborn Cem, Wells Cem, and Lakeview Cem. The presence of several established summer camps and recreational areas, such as Camp Tel Noar and Collettes Grove, indicates the area's mid-century evolution into a seasonal destination. Sandpits scattered across the quadrangle highlight the local extractive industry that supported regional development during this era.