1951 Map of Woronoco

About this map

The Westfield River carves a deep valley through the Berkshire foothills, defining the industrial and transportation corridor between Huntington and Westfield. In this mid-century landscape, the village of Woronoco stands as a primary focal point, anchored by the Boston and Albany Railroad and the newly added Massachusetts Turnpike. The map reveals the area's geological utility through the Marble Quarries near Russell Mtn and the strategic water management seen at the Westfield Reservoir. Rural life persists on the higher elevations, marked by the Wyben Sch and Wyben Chapel in the eastern farming district. From the Hosmer Lookout to the Appalachian Mountain Club Trail, the terrain is a mix of rugged peaks like Tekoa Mtn and small valley settlements like Crescent Mills and Bradley.