1949 Map of Machias

About this map

The confluence of the East Machias River and the Machias River defines the layout of this coastal Washington County region during the late 1940s. The town of Machias serves as a local hub, featuring the Washington State Normal School and the Longfellow Cem, while downstream the maritime character of the area is evident at Machiasport and Bucks Harbor. The landscape is a complex network of tidal inlets and coves, including Little Kennebec Bay and the extensive Randall Point Flats within Machias Bay. Historical coastal defenses and public lands are represented by Fort O'Brien Pt and Machias State Park. Smaller inland settlements like Kennebec, Hoyttown, and Marshfield are connected by a system of roads and a prominent Telephone Line that mirrors the early infrastructure of the Maine coast. Coastal navigation is guided by landmarks such as Libby Head, Yoho Head, and Crocker Point, providing a detailed view of the rugged Atlantic shoreline before modern development.