1967 Map of Woronoco

About this map

The Westfield River carves a deep valley through the heart of this Hampden County terrain, dictating the development of industrial and residential corridors during the late 1960s. Along its banks, the Penn Central railroad and the Massachusetts Turnpike parallel the water, connecting the manufacturing hamlet of Woronoco with the larger hub of Westfield. This survey captures the region just as suburban expansion began to reach into the Pochassic Hills, yet much of the high ground remains dedicated to conservation and infrastructure, such as the Huntington State Forest and the large Tighe Carmody Reservoir. Educational and recreational landmarks are prominently established, including the campus of Westfield State College and the Tekoa Country Club. From the mountain summits like Bungy Mtn to the small village settlements at Wyben and Russellville, the map provides a clear record of a landscape balancing mid-century industry with its natural watershed.