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1958 Map of Somersworth

Name: 1958 Topographic Map of Somersworth
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1960
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1960

About this map

Somersworth stands as a focal point of industrial activity along the river border between New Hampshire and Maine during the late 1950s. The urban grid of the city, featuring streets such as Rochester St and High St, contrasts with the surrounding agricultural and timbered lands of Berwick. This landscape is defined by its water-powered history, evident in features like Cider Mill Pond and Beaver Dam Pond. The Boston and Maine Railroad serves as the primary transportation artery, linking the local manufacturing economy to the broader regional network.

Rural life in the surrounding Berwick townships is anchored by community landmarks such as Oak Woods Ch and Beech Ridge Ch. The terrain is punctuated by significant elevations including Abbott Hill and Windy Hill, while low-lying areas like Cranberry Meadow and Long Swamp suggest the challenges of early road building. This survey provides a precise record of post-war infrastructure, from the development around Five Corners to the various Gravel Pits and Foundries that supported the local workforce.