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1981 Map of Brooklin

Name: 1981 Topographic Map of Brooklin
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1981
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1981

About this map

Blue Hill Bay and the narrow waterway of Eggemoggin Reach define this coastal landscape, where the seafaring heritage of Hancock County is etched into every cove and point. In the early 1980s, the coastline remained dotted with traditional settlements like Brooklin, Haven, and Sedgwick, while the interior was characterized by expansive wetlands such as Long Swamp and Great Heath. The map reveals a high concentration of burial grounds, including the Old Brooklin Cemetery and Mt Ephraim Cemetery, which serve as vital markers for local family histories.

Maritime activity is centered around sheltered anchorages like Center Harbor and Southern Cove, while the surrounding islands—Deer Isle, Chatto Island, and Gander Island—illustrate the complex geography of the Maine coast. Landmark locations such as Harriman Point and Flye Point offer a detailed view of the shore's transition from marshy inlets to rocky ledges, providing a reliable record of the region's physical and cultural geography.