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1984 Map of Madrid

Name: 1984 Topographic Map of Madrid
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1985
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1985

About this map

The Sandy River winds through this mountain terrain, defining a landscape shaped by narrow valleys and significant elevation changes near the township of Madrid. In the early 1980s, the area's settlement pattern remained concentrated along the river corridor, with Madrid Junction serving as a notable point of interest where Orbeton Stream meets the main waterway. This survey captures a moment when the regional economy relied on the natural resources of the surrounding hills, evidenced by several Gravel Pits and a network of 4wd tracks penetrating the high ground.

Water bodies like Toothaker Pond and Lufkin Pond are interspersed among peaks such as Blueberry Mtn and Pope Mtn. The presence of a small Cem near the river reflects the long-standing community roots in this part of Franklin County. The map also delineates historical township boundaries, including Sandy River Plantation and Berlin (Township 6), providing a clear view of the complex land divisions in rural Maine.