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1973 Map of Castine

Name: 1973 Topographic Map of Castine
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1984
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1984

About this map

Castine occupies a strategic peninsula at the confluence of the Penobscot River and the Bagaduce River, a landscape defined by maritime heritage and historical military fortification. The town's layout in the early 1970s shows a dense concentration of institutions, including the Maritime Academy, Adams Sch, and the remains of Ft George. Across the water, the Bangor and Aroostook railroad line terminates near the shores of Stockton Harbor, highlighting the region's historical role as a coastal transportation hub.

Coastal geography is intricately detailed, from the narrow passage at the Narrows to the tidal flats of Mill Cove. Significant local landmarks include the USCG Sta at Fort Pt and the British Canal at Wadsworth Cove. The map also captures several rural settlements such as North Castine and West Penobscot, alongside многочисленные scattered cemeteries that offer valuable clues for genealogical research in this long-settled corner of Hancock County.