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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

About this map

Falmouth and its surrounding coastal villages are depicted in this mid-1970s landscape, defined by a series of long, finger-like salt ponds and harbors such as Green Pond, Great Pond, and Bournes Pond. The settlement pattern reflects the area's transition into a more developed residential and seasonal community, with established neighborhoods in Acapesket, Davisville, and Mara Vista. Significant local institutions are documented, including the East End Meetinghouse Ch and several schools like Lawrence High Sch.

The economic history of the region is visible through the numerous Cranberry Bogs scattered between the ponds, particularly near Waquoit Village. Transport infrastructure of the era is well-represented, from the Conrail line leading into the village to the Falmouth Airport. Large tracts of preserved land, such as the Crane Wildlife Management Area, contrast with the densely built-up areas of Falmouth Heights and the bustling Falmouth Inner Harbor.