1975 Map of Bingham SW

About this map

Bingham and Moscow anchor this 1975 orthophotoquad, which uses rectified aerial imagery to capture the upper Kennebec River valley in Somerset County. Unlike traditional line-drawn maps, this photo-based record reveals the literal footprint of the landscape, showing the dense forest cover and precise topography of Old Bluff Mountain and Fletcher. The distinct photographic contrast highlights the confluence of Austin Stream and Martin Stream, as well as the industrial and residential development along the river. This specific format is invaluable for researchers tracing mid-1970s land use, timber clearings, and the exact state of local roads and structures before further modernization shaped the river towns.