VERMONT LOOKOUTS

CHIPMAN HILL

Addison County

1932:   A new tower site was selected on Chipman Hill.   (Biennial Report of the Commissioner of Forestry)

August 6, 1932:   "The erection of a fire tower on the top of Chipman hill has been started.  The work is being done by state men according to plans of the state forestry department.  The tower will be a decorative structure and will harmonize with the atmosphere of the woodland which has been preserved on this hill, under the trust created by the late Joseph Batell.  It will be built of logs.
      Despite the increased cost of a log tower, it was decided that the added beauty was worth the difference.  The state is donating part of the labor for the job was made by the state to the Batell Park trustees, with the provision that the tower be finished this summer or early fall.  The trustees feel that the work could not be delayed in the face of this opportunity.
      The completion of the roadway up to the tower has been postponed until later.  The tower itself will be 55 feet high standing on the crest of Chipman Hill.  On top of this tower there will be an observation lookout, which will further elevate it.  This will give a view of the surrounding territory so that the area may be protected against fires.
      After the tower is finished a fire warden will be provided by the state.  It will be open to the public for inspection and people may go there at any time to enjoy the view which extends on the west across Lake Champlain, with the Adirondacks in the background and the Green Mountain range in the east."   (Rutland Daily Herald)

June 5, 1933:   "A new tool house has been built on Chipman Hill near the fire tower, the old house having been torn down.  The road is being put in good shape for the summer."   (Rutland Daily Herald)

Removed

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