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1902 Map of Orono
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1902 Map of Orono

USGS Topo · Published 1902

About this map

Indian Island and Marsh Island sit at the center of this industrial and educational landscape along the Penobscot River. At the turn of the century, the river's power supported a dense corridor of settlements including Oldtown, Great Works, and Basin Mills, while the University at Orono established the area's academic footprint. The map documents an intricate transportation network where the Bangor and Aroostook RR and Maine Central RR intersect with an Electric RR and a dedicated Bicycle Path leading toward Bangor. Beyond the river-bound commerce, the terrain transitions into a rugged interior of ponds and streams, such as Chemo Pond and Sunkhaze Stream, reflecting the diverse water resources that defined Penobscot County's early development and leisure.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1902
Date Published1902
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:62500
Physical Dimensions15 x 20.1 inches

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SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain