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1957 Map of Cape Elizabeth

USGS Topo · Published 1971

About this map

Fort Williams and the iconic Portland Head Lighthouse anchor the northern coastline of this peninsula, where the Atlantic meets the entrance to Portland Harbor. The landscape transitioned during the mid-20th century from maritime outposts and small coastal hamlets to more developed residential enclaves like Delano Park, Shore Acres, and Elizabeth Park. Moving south along the rugged shore, the map reveals a complex network of maritime hazards and landings, from Pond Cove and Smugglers Cove to the hazardous Trundy Point. Inland, the area maintains a rural-residential character with the Cape Elizabeth Church and the winding Spurwink River forming a natural western boundary. To the south, Richmond Island sits off the coast, separated from the mainland by the Richmond Island Harbor, serving as a silent witness to centuries of coastal navigation and trade.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1957
Date Published1971
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24,000
Physical Dimensions21.5 x 27.6 inches

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Source Details

SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain