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2014 Map of Athens

Name: 2014 Topographic Map of Athens
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2014
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2014

About this map

Athens serves as the central hub of this Somerset County landscape, where the confluence of Wesserunsett Stream and several smaller tributaries defines the local topography. The map illustrates a rural settlement pattern anchored by small crossroads such as Corsons Corner, West Athens, and Cass Corner. These clusters, along with family-named landmarks like Chapman Ridge and Lords Hill, reflect a long history of upland farming and timber work. For genealogists, the map is particularly valuable for its precise location of several burial grounds, including Kinsman Cem and Mt Rest Cem.

The hydrography of the region is well-defined, featuring numerous water bodies like Ironbound Pond and Barker Pond. The terrain is characterized by a series of north-south ridges, such as W Ridge and E Ridge, which dictate the paths of local roads like Shadagee Rd and Brighton Rd. This 2014 survey documents the enduring rural character of the Maine woods before modern development altered these traditional Somerset County communities.