1916 Map of St. Albans

About this map

St Albans serves as a major hub of Vermont’s northwestern corner, where the Central Vermont Ry corridor meets the eastern shores of Lake Champlain. This 1914 survey documents a landscape defined by its proximity to the United States Canada Boundary Line, featuring a complex network of bays such as Missisquoi Bay and St Albans Bay. The agricultural and early industrial character of Franklin County is evident in the numerous numbered school districts, including School No 10 and School No 2, and the industrial site at Fonda Quarry. Along the Missisquoi River, settlements like Highgate Falls and Swanton highlight the historical reliance on water power and rail transit. The map captures the intricate geography of the islands and points, from Hog Island to St Albans Point, providing a record of the region's early twentieth-century development before modern highway expansions altered these local connections.