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1980s Maps of Franklin County, Maine

Explore 31 historic maps of Franklin County from the 1980s. These maps offer a rare glimpse into what life looked like during the 1980s — showing old roads, neighborhoods, homes, and landmarks that have changed or disappeared over time.

Whether you're researching your family's past, planning a metal detecting trip, or studying how Franklin County's landscape evolved across the 1980s, these high-resolution maps are a powerful tool for exploring the history of this region.

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Start exploring Franklin County's history through authentic maps from the 1980s. This is your window into the past.

Franklin County, ME maps

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  1. 1982 Map of Belgrade Lakes, 1983 Print
    1982 Map of Belgrade Lakes, 1983 Print
    1982 Belgrade Lakes
    1983 Print · USGS
    Belgrade Lakes and its surrounding chain of ponds are captured here in the early 1980s, showcasing a landscape defined by seasonal residency and rugged hills. Researchers can trace local landmarks like Mount Vernon Airport, the Vienna Ch, and the shoreline of Great Belgrade Pond.
    3 unique versions available
  4. 1982 Map of Mercer, 1983 Print
    1982 Map of Mercer, 1983 Print
    1982 Mercer
    1983 Print · USGS
    Somerset County's rural river valleys are shown in detail during the late twentieth century as traditional crossroads communities remained the focus of local life. Researchers can locate family burial sites like Hampshire Hill Cem or trace the early footprint of Beech Hill Airport and Starks Ch.
  7. 1984 Map of Rangeley, 1985 Print
    1984 Map of Rangeley, 1985 Print
    1984 Rangeley
    1985 Print · USGS
    The Rangeley Lakes region in the early eighties is captured here as a premier outdoor destination centered on the expansive Rangeley Lake. Researchers can locate lakeside landmarks like Mingo Springs, the local Cem, and the Rangeley Municipal Airport.
  10. 1984 Map of Madrid, 1985 Print
    1984 Map of Madrid, 1985 Print
    1984 Madrid
    1985 Print · USGS
    The Sandy River highlands in the early 1980s reveal a landscape of mountain peaks and isolated valley settlements. Genealogists and local historians can trace the remote roads and family-named landmarks like Rowe Hill, Toothaker Pond, and the village of Madrid.
  13. 1984 Map of Metallak Mtn, 1985 Print
    1984 Map of Metallak Mtn, 1985 Print
    1984 Metallak Mtn
    1985 Print · USGS
    Oxford County's high wilderness is captured here in the mid-1980s, showcasing the intersection of timber lands and glacial lakes. Hikers and historians can trace the Appalachian Trail across Elephant Mountain or locate the shoreline settlements of South Arm and Mosquito.
    2 unique versions available
  16. 1984 Map of Houghton, 1985 Print
    1984 Map of Houghton, 1985 Print
    1984 Houghton
    1985 Print · USGS
    The high peaks and timberlands of Franklin and Oxford counties are captured here in the early eighties. Genealogists and hikers can trace the Old Railroad Grade through the mountains, locate the remote Bemis settlement, or find Angel Falls.
  19. 1984 Map of Jackson Mountain, 1985 Print
    1984 Map of Jackson Mountain, 1985 Print
    1984 Jackson Mountain
    1985 Print · USGS
    Franklin County's high country is captured here in the mid-1980s, where the Appalachian Trail traverses a landscape of remote peaks and ponds. Trace the local topography from Smalls Falls to the high waters of Jackson Pond and Tumbledown Pond.
  22. 1984 Map of Redington, 1985 Print
    1984 Map of Redington, 1985 Print
    1984 Redington
    1985 Print · USGS
    Franklin County's high ridges and timber valleys are captured in the early 1980s, showcasing the intersection of wilderness recreation and industrial history. Researchers can trace the Old RR Grade along Orbeton Stream and locate small settlements like Perham Junction or East Madrid.
    2 unique versions available
  25. 1984 Map of Phillips, 1985 Print
    1984 Map of Phillips, 1985 Print
    1984 Phillips
    1985 Print · USGS
    Franklin County's river valleys and timberlands are captured here in the early 1980s as the local economy transitioned from its industrial rail roots. Genealogists and hikers can trace the Old Railroad Grade along the Sandy River or locate family sites near Avon Corner and Sampson Hill.
  28. 1984 Map of Mount Abraham, 1985 Print
    1984 Map of Mount Abraham, 1985 Print
    1984 Mount Abraham
    1985 Print · USGS
    Franklin County's high ridges and river valleys are captured in the mid-eighties as timber and recreation shaped the local economy. Researchers can trace the Old RR Grade near Salem or follow the Appalachian National Scenic Trail over Spalding Mtn.
    2 unique versions available
  31. 1984 Map of Oquossoc, 1985 Print
    1984 Map of Oquossoc, 1985 Print
    1984 Oquossoc
    1985 Print · USGS
    Maine's western lakes region comes into focus during the mid-1980s, centered on the historic sporting and rail hub of Oquossoc. Genealogists and local historians can trace the shorelines of Cupsuptic Lake to find named camps and landmarks like Upper Dam and Pleasant Island.
    2 unique versions available
  34. 1984 Map of Andover, 1985 Print
    1984 Map of Andover, 1985 Print
    1984 Andover
    1985 Print · USGS
    Oxford County mountain terrain and the upper reaches of the Ellis River are documented here in the early 1980s. Hikers and local historians can trace the Appalachian Trail past The Cataracts or locate remote landmarks like C Pond and the Hall Mtn Lean-to.
    2 unique versions available
  37. 1985 Map of Saddleback Mountain
    1985 Map of Saddleback Mountain
    1985 Saddleback Mountain
    1985 Print · USGS
    The Maine mountains in the mid-1980s were a landscape of high peaks and historic transit corridors. You can trace the Old RR Grade and the Appalachian Trail through Dallas Plantation past Saddleback Lake.
    2 unique versions available
  40. 1985 Map of Skowhegan, 1986 Print
    1985 Map of Skowhegan, 1986 Print
    1985 Skowhegan
    1986 Print · USGS
    Central Maine in the mid-eighties shows a landscape of river-driven industry and rural crossroads. Genealogists can trace family names and farmsteads near Lake George or along the Maine Central Railroad through Pittsfield and Burnham.
    2 unique versions available
  43. 1986 Map of Flagstaff Lake
    1986 Map of Flagstaff Lake
    1986 Flagstaff Lake
    1986 Print · USGS
    The Maine North Woods and the Dead River valley are captured here in the mid-1980s, an era of established hydroelectric lakes and outdoor recreation. Genealogists and researchers can trace the vicinity of Kennebago Settlement, Langtown Mill, and the villages of Stratton and Eustis.
  46. 1986 Map of Megantic
    1986 Map of Megantic
    1986 Megantic
    1986 Print · USGS
    Settlement and industry along the international border define this mid-1980s survey of the Maine north woods. Genealogists and historians can trace the Canadian Pacific rail line through Jackman Station, Lowelltown, and the Jackman Mill.
  49. 1986 Map of Lewiston
    1986 Map of Lewiston
    1986 Lewiston
    1986 Print · USGS
    Maine’s industrial river valleys and western mountain foothills are captured here in the mid-eighties as rail and road networks tied the region together. Genealogists and historians can trace the development of mill towns and lakefront settlements from Lisbon to Bethel, following the Androscoggin River and the path of the Maine Central Railroad.
    2 unique versions available
  52. 1986 Map of Rumford
    1986 Map of Rumford
    1986 Rumford
    1986 Print · USGS
    Western Maine in the mid-eighties shows a rugged landscape of industrial river towns and high-country timber plantations. Trace the rail-and-river economy through Rumford, Dixfield, and the Maine Central RR or locate the historic campus of Farmington State College.
  55. 1989 Map of Kind and Bartlett Mtn.
    1989 Map of Kind and Bartlett Mtn.
    1989 Kind and Bartlett Mtn.
    1989 Print · USGS
    Somerset and Franklin counties meet in this 1980s Maine wilderness, where timberlands and high-country waters define the terrain. Trace remote backcountry sites like Kibby Kamp or follow the shoreline of King and Bartlett Lake and Joe Pokum Pond.
    2 unique versions available
  58. 1989 Map of Stratton
    1989 Map of Stratton
    1989 Stratton
    1989 Print · USGS
    The northern Maine woods meet the expansive waters of Flagstaff Lake in the late 1980s, documenting a landscape shaped by the Dead River. Researchers can locate family sites near the village of Stratton, the small Cem near the river, and the high summits of Bigelow Mountain.
  61. 1989 Map of New Vineyard
    1989 Map of New Vineyard
    1989 New Vineyard
    1989 Print · USGS
    Franklin County's high ridges and river valleys are captured here in the late eighties, showing the settlement of New Vineyard and West Mills. Genealogists and hikers can trace old routes past Mill Pond, local Cem sites, and the peaks of the New Vineyard Mountains.
  64. 1989 Map of Tumbledown Mtn
    1989 Map of Tumbledown Mtn
    1989 Tumbledown Mtn
    1989 Print · USGS
    Somerset County’s remote timberlands are captured here in the late eighties, showing a landscape defined by industrial logging and high-country peaks. Trace the network of forest roads leading to Tumbledown Mtn, Blakeslee Lake, and the West Branch Spencer Stream.
  67. 1989 Map of New Portland
    1989 Map of New Portland
    1989 New Portland
    1989 Print · USGS
    The river valleys of Somerset County appear here in the late eighties as a network of small settlements and rugged timberland. Researchers can trace family sites near New Portland, find various Cem locations, or follow the path of the Carrabassett River.
  70. 1989 Map of Poplar Mountain
    1989 Map of Poplar Mountain
    1989 Poplar Mountain
    1989 Print · USGS
    Franklin County's high country is captured here in the late eighties, centered on the corridor of the Carrabassett River. Researchers can trace the layout of mountain settlements like Carrabassett and Records or locate isolated waters like Redington Pond and Tufts Pond.
  73. 1989 Map of The Horns
    1989 Map of The Horns
    1989 The Horns
    1989 Print · USGS
    High peaks and flooded valleys define the Somerset County landscape in the late eighties. Hikers and historians can trace the Appalachian National Scenic Trail over The Horns and locate sites like the Bigelow Lookout Tower and Hurricane Island.
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