
Paia and the surrounding coastline of Maui are documented in this orthophotomap through aerial photography captured in late 1976 and early 1977. The imagery reveals the intricate geometry of large-scale agriculture, likely sugarcane, that dominated the landscape between the coastal settlement and the inland areas near Puunene. This specific format combines the geographic precision of a topographic map with the raw visual detail of a photograph, allowing for a clear view of the plantation road networks and the rugged shoreline where the Pacific Ocean meets the north shore. To the east, the map captures the community of Hamakuapoko, providing a detailed look at the island's mid-1970s development before modern expansion shifted the coastal character.
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