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1911 Map of Fryeburg

Name: 1911 Topographic Map of Fryeburg
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1916
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1916

About this map

Kezar Lake and the winding Saco River dominate this landscape, illustrating the intricate relationship between the water storage systems and local topography in western Maine. The map reveals a dense network of early 20th-century rural infrastructure, including numerous educational sites like the Menotomy School and Seavey School. Prominent landmarks such as Jockey Cap and the Battle Monument near Lovewell Pond indicate deep-seated local historical significance, while the presence of the Fairgrounds in Fryeburg points to its role as a regional hub for community gathering and agriculture.

Industrial and recreational activities are evident through features like Slab City and the White Mountains Line, suggesting a transition towards seasonal tourism alongside traditional Maine industries. The varied elevations of Pleasant Mountain and Styles Mtn contrast with the low-lying bogs and marshes, showing how the environment dictated the placement of settlements like East Fryeburg and North Waterford along the more navigable valleys.