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1972 Map of Falmouth

Name: 1972 Topographic Map of Falmouth
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1979
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1979

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The coastal shelf of Cape Cod is defined by its deep salt-water inlets and numerous freshwater kettles like Coonamessett Pond and Long Pond. This 1970s revision shows the established town center of Falmouth alongside developing waterfront communities such as Mara Vista, Acapesket, and Menauhant. The local economy of the era is evident in the extensive Cranberry Bogs scattered throughout the north, particularly near the Crane Wildlife Management Area.

Maritime infrastructure and community life are well-documented, from the Falmouth Inner Harbor to inland landmarks like the East End Meetinghouse Ch. The map illustrates the region's transport network before significant modern changes, featuring the Conrail line and the intricate roads connecting Waquoit Village to the surrounding sounds. Genealogical details abound with local burials like St Patricks Cem and the Waquoit Cem clearly marked.