1975 Map of Greenlaw NE

About this map

Little Machias Lake dominates the upper eastern edge of this 1975 orthophotoquad, which provides a direct aerial view of the thick woodlands in Aroostook County. Unlike traditional topographic maps, this photographic survey reveals the actual density of the Maine forest and the winding silver threads of the Little Machias River and Greenlaw Stream. The landscape is defined by its hydrography, showing the natural drainage patterns of Sterling Brook and Webster Brook through the timber. For those researching the logging history or environmental change in this region, the imagery captures the logging roads and clearings as they existed in the mid-1970s, offering a clear record of land use in a territory largely defined by its water and woods rather than permanent settlements.