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1958 Map of Springfield South

USGS Topo · Published 1989

About this map

The Connecticut River serves as the dominant spine of this mid-century survey, dividing the industrial and residential centers of Springfield and West Springfield. As urban development expanded during the late 1950s and into the 1970s, many institutional landmarks anchored these communities, including Springfield College, Shriners Hospital, and the Exposition Grounds. The rail network, featuring the Boston and Maine and Penn Central lines, illustrates the era's transition from heavy rail dependence to highway growth. Southward, the landscape shifts toward the suburban and agricultural reaches of Longmeadow and Agawam, reaching the state line at Enfield, Connecticut. Genealogists and local historians can trace numerous burial grounds and civic sites, from Oak Grove Cemetery to the Osborn Prison Farm, capturing a detailed portrait of the Pioneer Valley before further modern infill.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1958
Date Published1989
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24,000
Physical Dimensions22.13 x 26.99 inches

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SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain