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1964 Map of Southbury

Name: 1964 Topographic Map of Southbury
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1966
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1966

About this map

Lake Zoar and the winding Housatonic River dominate this mid-century landscape, providing a clear view of the region's topography before significant suburban expansion. The Stevenson Dam Powerplant at the southern edge marks the industrial control of the river, while the surrounding hills like Mount Pisgah and Rattlesnake Hill define the steep river valley.

Settlement patterns are concentrated around historic nodes such as Southbury and Southford, where local landmarks like the Southbury High Sch and St Thomas Ch are clearly mapped. Genealogists can trace family history through several burial grounds, including Brookside Cem and Jacks Hill Cem. The presence of Kettletown State Park and Paugussett State Forest illustrates the preservation of public land along the water’s edge, providing a detailed look at the rural character of New Haven County during this era.