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1979 Map of Pierce Pond, 1983 Print
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1979 Map of Pierce Pond

USGS Topo · Published 1983

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Dead River carves a deep valley through the Somerset County highlands in this 1979 orthophoto. This aerial perspective, captured in late autumn, reveals the stark contrast between the dark, reflective waters of Pierce Pond and the dense timbered slopes of Otter Pond Mountain. The landscape is defined by its watercourses, with Salmon Stream and Enchanted Stream draining the northern heights. Because this is an orthophotograph rather than a traditional line map, researchers can observe the actual texture of the forest canopy and the precise shoreline configurations of the region's many ponds. This visual record preserves the state of the Maine woods during a period of active timber management, showing the network of logging tracks and clearings that weave between the summits and the river valley.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1979
Date Published1983
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24000
Physical Dimensions21.6 x 27.6 inches

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SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain