1957 Map of Bath

About this map

The Maine Central RR connects the coastal industrial centers of Bath and Brunswick on this mid-century survey of the Midcoast region. The geography is defined by long finger-like peninsulas and deep estuaries, including the Kennebec River, Sheepscot River, and Damariscotta River. These waterways supported a network of maritime towns from Wiscasset to Rockland. Further offshore, the map details the isolated outposts of the North Atlantic Ocean, including Matinicus Isle, Monhegan Island, and the treacherous Matinicus Rock. This period reflects the established coastal highway system, with Us 1 serving as the primary corridor through Damariscotta, Waldoboro, and Thomaston. The complex archipelago of Muscle Ridge Islands and the entrance to Penobscot Bay demonstrate the intricate navigational landscape that has long shaped the maritime economy and local identity of the Maine coast.