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2024 Map of Griswold

Name: 2024 Topographic Map of Griswold
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2024
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2024

About this map

Saint Croix Stream anchors the landscape of this Aroostook County interior, following a southeasterly course through a territory defined by its dense hydrology and timberlands. Small settlements such as Griswold, Blackwater, and Hawkins are situated along the primary corridors of Griswold Rd and Masardis Rd, reflecting a traditional Maine pattern of development where small outposts emerged to support the region's logging or rail history. The terrain is moderately elevated, punctuated by landmarks like Pollard Mtn and Picard Hill.

The hydrography is particularly complex, featuring a network of tributaries including Blackwater River, Quinsy Brook, and Meadow Brook. Several distinct water bodies, such as Cranberry Pond, Hall Pond, and Otter Pond, are dispersed across the quadrant. This survey provides a modern look at the remote North Woods, capturing the current state of these isolated settlements and the extensive forest-and-water network that has long shaped the local economy.