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1945 Map of West Springfield

Name: 1945 Topographic Map of West Springfield
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1945
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1945

About this map

Proven Mountain and Liswell Hill rise as prominent geological landmarks between the Connecticut and Westfield River valleys during the mid-1940s. The landscape is a mix of dense industrial rail corridors, such as the Boston and Albany RR, and small agrarian hamlets including Feeding Hills and West Agawam. The era's institutional presence is notable, with the sprawling Westfield State Sanatorium and the Hampden County Training Sch occupying significant sites.

Bordering the State Line between Massachusetts and Connecticut, the area features numerous family-named crossroads like Hosmer Corner and Shea Corner. Water management is evident through features like the Sewage Filters near Westfield and the Covered Reservoir. Local heritage is anchored by landmarks like St James Ch and the Paucatuck Cem, reflecting a settled valley transitioning from its colonial agricultural roots toward mid-century suburban and industrial growth.