1977 Map of Brassua Lake East

About this map

Rockwood sits at the vital junction of the Moose River and the western shore of Moosehead Lake, serving as a central hub in this late 1970s orthophoto survey. The imagery reveals the intricate waterway connections of the Maine North Woods, where the river flows from Brassua Lake toward the larger expanse of Moosehead. To the north, Tomhegan Stream and Baker Pond break up the dense forest canopy, while the prominent Blue Ridge rises to the south. The presence of Farm Island offshore provides a clear look at the area's largest lake features before the West Outlet drains toward the Kennebec. This aerial perspective is particularly valuable for seeing the exact vegetation patterns and the modest footprint of human settlement in the Somerset County wilderness during this era.