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1948 Map of Winsted

Name: 1948 Topographic Map of Winsted
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1956
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1956

About this map

The Winsted industrial center serves as the focal point of this Litchfield County survey, situated at the confluence of the Mad River and the Still River. In the mid-century era, the town's density is mapped in detail, showing its connection to the New York New Haven and Hartford railroad line. Beyond the urban core, the landscape is defined by its recreation and conservation history, featuring numerous summer retreats such as Camp Delaware, Camp Berkshire, and Camp Workcoeman nestled near West Hill Pond.

To the west, the sprawling Highland Lake is a prominent geographical feature, divided into First Bay, Second Bay, and Third Bay. Genealogists will find significant detail in the mapping of local landmarks like The Little Red Schoolhouse and the Old North Road Burying Ground, alongside larger institutions such as the County Hosp. The terrain transitions into managed forests, including the American Legion State Forest and Peoples State Forest, illustrating the region's balance of industry and natural preservation.