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1944 Map of Buxton

Name: 1944 Topographic Map of Buxton
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1944
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1944

About this map

The Saco River defines the landscape of central York County during this mid-century survey, powering local industries and shaping the settlements of West Buxton and Bonny Eagle. The river’s descent through Salmon Falls and Bar Mills supported a network of milling operations and riverside communities, while the Boston and Maine RR provided the critical transportation link for the region's commerce. This era in Maine's history is marked by a high density of small rural schools, such as Dearborn Sch and Boggs Mill Sch, and prominent local landmarks like Tory Hill.

Away from the river banks, the terrain is dotted with significant glacial features including Little Ossipee Pond and the complex of Foss Ponds. The map provides excellent genealogical detail, recording family-named sites like Kimball Cor, Roberts Corner, and Higgins Cor, alongside established institutions like the Notre Dame Institute. The boundary between York and Cumberland Counties is clearly delineated as it cuts through the northern timber and water systems.