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1983 Map of Casco

Name: 1983 Topographic Map of Casco
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1984
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1984

About this map

Crooked River meanders through the heart of this landscape, defining the border between Harrison and Otisfield. The area is characterized by its prominent lake systems, with Pleasant Lake and Thompson Lake anchoring the eastern side, while smaller bodies like Saturday Pond and Moose Pond dot the northern hills. This 1980s-era survey reveals a community deeply tied to its geography, where hamlets such as Bolsters Mills and Scribners Mill reflect an early industrial heritage built along the waterways.

Genealogists will find a wealth of local landmarks, including the Bell Hill Meeting House and the Otisfield Central School. The map is particularly rich in burial sites, noting several family and community grounds like Oakdale Cemetery and South Otisfield Cemetery. At the southern edge, the village of Casco sits near the Wade Station State Fish Hatchery, marking a significant point of civic and conservation activity.