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1955 Map of Louds Island

Name: 1955 Topographic Map of Louds Island
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1985
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1985

About this map

Muscongus Sound and the intricate coastline of Pemaquid Neck define this mid-century coastal survey. The map details the isolated community of Loudville on Louds Island, accessible only by water, alongside the mainland villages of Round Pond and New Harbor. The landscape is a mix of maritime industry and rural resilience, dotted with numerous granite quarries and Gravel Pits that suggest the local reliance on natural resources during this era.

Genealogists and maritime historians can trace property markers and local landmarks such as Maple Grove Cem and Loudville Cem. The offshore environment is particularly detailed, showing the navigation channels of Muscongus Bay and landmarks like the Light at Franklin Island. From the Boathouse at Muscongus to the Ruins found near the shore, the map documents a working waterfront at a time before significant modern development altered these traditional Maine fishing and quarrying settlements.