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1986 Map of Lake Winnipesaukee

Name: 1986 Topographic Map of Lake Winnipesaukee
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1986
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1986

About this map

Lake Winnipesaukee and its complex archipelago dominate this mid-1980s planimetric study, capturing the region's established identity as a premiere recreational and residential landscape. The map details the intricate shoreline and surrounding basins of Squam Lake and Newfound Lake, framed by the formidable Sandwich Range to the north and the circular Ossipee Mountains to the east. The transportation network is a primary focus, showing how State Route 25 and US Highway 3 connect centers like Meredith and Laconia, while the Boston and Maine RR corridors still define the traditional transit paths through Plymouth and Sanbornville.

A significant portion of the White Mountain National Forest is depicted in the upper reaches, illustrating the boundary where managed wilderness meets the growing lakeside communities. Local-history details are preserved in the positioning of smaller settlements such as Rumney Depot, Melvin Village, and Water Village, providing a clear view of the region's development before the late-century building boom.