1894 Map of Bath

About this map

The complex tidal waters of Merrymeeting Bay serve as the focal point for this survey, where the Cathance River and Muddy River converge in a labyrinth of islands and points. Along the Kennebec, the industrial and maritime hub of Bath is shown in detail, its urban grid contrasting with the dispersed coastal settlements of Phippsburg and Georgetown to the south. The western edge of the map is defined by the inland growth of Brunswick and Topsham, connected by the Maine Central R.R. as it spans the river. This 1890s topography captures the region's historical reliance on the water, documenting the intricate shorelines of Harpswell and the small coastal outposts like Cundy Harbor. The landscape is a mix of high points like Mount Ararat and low-lying coastal marshes, providing a look at the mid-coast Maine economy before modern bridge networks fully supplanted traditional water routes.