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1951 Map of Winsted

Name: 1951 Topographic Map of Winsted
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1951
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1951

About this map

The industrial and social heart of Winsted is captured here at the mid-century, where the Mad River and Still River converge in a dense network of streets and factory sites. This survey reveals a landscape balanced between the busy urban center of the Winchester town area and the expansive greenery of surrounding conservation lands, including the Algonquin State Forest and American Legion State Forest.

Genealogists and local historians can locate specific landmarks such as the Old North Road Burying Ground and The Little Red Schoolhouse, or trace the recreational development around Highland Lake, including its distinct basins like First Bay and Third Bay. The map also preserves the locations of numerous summer camps, such as Camp Delaware and Camp Pioneer, reflecting the era's thriving outdoor culture. From the rugged heights of The Hogsback to the valley of the West Branch Farmington River near Riverton, the sheet provides a meticulous record of Litchfield County's post-war transition.