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1961 Map of Scituate

Name: 1961 Topographic Map of Scituate
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1972
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1972

About this map

The coastal village of Scituate and the adjacent shoreline of Massachusetts Bay define this 1961 revision, showcasing a landscape where maritime history meets mid-century suburbanization. The map captures the distinctive series of headlands from First Cliff down to Fourth Cliff, which protect Scituate Harbor and the mouth of the North River. Significant local landmarks include the Wampatuck School and the Meeting House Lane Cemetery, alongside utility infrastructure like the Pumping Station and the Hatherly Beach Tower.

Evidence of the area's transition from its rail-dependent roots is visible in the presence of Scituate Station and the New Haven RR line, contrasted with newer developments like Shore Acres and Humarock. The tidal geography is particularly detailed, tracing the winding Herring River and the expansive marshes of Macombers Island and Trouant Island. A military presence is also noted at the USAF Res near the mouth of the South River.