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1946 Map of Springfield South

Name: 1946 Topographic Map of Springfield South
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1946
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1946

About this map

The Connecticut River serves as the central artery for this mid-century survey, dividing the industrial and residential corridors of Springfield and West Springfield from the developing suburbs of Longmeadow and Agawam. The dense urban fabric of the city is anchored by landmarks like the U S Armory, Springfield College, and Winchester Square, while the riverfront is defined by the Memorial Bridge and North End Bridge.

South of the city center, the landscape shifts toward recreational and institutional uses, featuring the expansive Forest Park and the Longmeadow Country Club. Across the Massachusetts-Connecticut state line, the character of the land becomes more rural and agricultural in Enfield, punctuated by the Osborn Prison Farm and the village of Thompsonville. The intricate rail network, including the Boston and Albany RR, illustrates the region's historical role as a vital transportation hub connecting the Pioneer Valley to larger New England markets.