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1957 Map of Ellsworth

Name: 1957 Topographic Map of Ellsworth
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1971
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1971

About this map

Ellsworth and its surroundings serve as a vital coastal hub in the mid-1950s, centered on the confluence of rail and river commerce. The Maine Central Railroad creates a significant infrastructure network through Washington Junction and up toward West Franklin, while the Union River remains the landscape's industrial backbone. The presence of Graham Dam and the settlement at Ellsworth Falls illustrate the historical reliance on water power and river management.

Beyond the city center, the terrain is dotted with small-scale rural institutions, including the Lincoln Sch in Mariaville and the Tinker Hill Sch. Local genealogy is well-preserved through numerous family and community landmarks like Riverside Cem, Woodbine Cem, and the remote Tannery Cem. The map also captures the transition from industrial utility to mid-century recreation, evidenced by Camp Dry-Kye and the State Game Refuge near Scammon Pond.