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1944 Map of West Eaton

Name: 1944 Topographic Map of West Eaton
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1944
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1944

About this map

Madison County's central hills define the landscape of this mid-century survey, where the township boundaries of Nelson, Eaton, Georgetown, and Lebanon converge. The topography is shaped by a significant network of upland water bodies, including Eaton Reservoir and the Bradley Brook Reservoir, which dominate the northern half of the sheet. These reservoirs and smaller features like Hatch Lake and Torpy Pond indicate a landscape heavily managed for water resources.

Settlement patterns follow the valley floors, with the Otselic River and Otselic Creek carving paths through the high ground. Genealogists will find several family and community landmarks, such as School No 1 near South Lebanon and three distinct burial grounds: Hawk Cen, Hillside Cem, and Niles Cem. The inclusion of Georgetown Station along the northwestern rail corridor points to the region's historical reliance on steam transport to move agricultural and timber products from the surrounding summits like Jackass Hill and Dunhams Pinnacle.