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1955 Map of Louds Island, 1959 Print
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1955 Map of Louds Island

USGS Topo · Published 1959

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Muscongus Sound and the intricate waters of Muscongus Bay define this mid-1950s coastal landscape, where the seafaring history of the Maine coast is written in its many islands and sheltered harbors. The isolated settlement of Loudville on Louds Island stands as a focal point of the island economy, supported by the Loudville Cem and the nearby Marsh Harbor. On the mainland, the village of Round Pond serves as a protected anchorage, while State Route 32 threads through settlements like Muscongus and Chamberlain. The map documents a time when maritime trade and local fishing were the primary drivers of the region, evidenced by the numerous named ledges and passages like Flying Passage and Hockomock Channel that required precise navigation. From the freshwater of Biscay Pond to the granite workings at the Quarry, the terrain shows a blend of coastal agriculture and small-scale industry.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1955
Date Published1959
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24,000
Physical Dimensions21.5 x 27.6 inches

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SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain