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1978 Map of Ebeemee Mountain

Name: 1978 Topographic Map of Ebeemee Mountain
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1981
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1981

About this map

Ebeemee Mountain and its surrounding Maine woodlands are defined by a complex network of waterways that converge in the southern portion of this orthophotoquad. The Middle Branch Pleasant River and West Branch Pleasant River flow through the timberlands to meet the East Branch Pleasant River near the small settlement of Prairie. This confluence creates a hub for the local landscape, reflecting the traditional reliance on river systems for movement and resource management in Piscataquis County.

To the east, the irregular shoreline of Ebeemee Lake stands out against the dense forest cover. Smaller tributaries like Babel Brook and Roaring Br drain the higher elevations, illustrating the natural drainage patterns of the region before significant modern development. The imagery, captured in late 1978, provides a clear view of the timber stands and clearings that characterize the Maine woods in this era.