1979 Map of East Carry Pond

About this map

East Carry Pond and West Carry Pond dominate this Somerset County landscape, which was documented through high-altitude aerial photography in the late 1970s. The terrain is defined by the prominent Bates Ridge and the Kennebec River, which cuts along the eastern edge of the quadrangle. A notable geographic feature is the Carrying Place, reflecting the historic portage routes through this wooded region of Maine. Drainage for the area is managed by several waterways, including the winding path of Sandy Stream and the southern flow of Barker Brook. This orthophotoquad provides an unfiltered view of the forest canopy and water bodies, offering researchers a precise look at the land cover and hydrology before modern development or significant forest management changes altered these remote shorelines.