1975 Map of Portage NW

About this map

Mcclusky Lake sits at the heart of this orthophotoquad, which captures the densely wooded landscape of Aroostook County during the mid-1970s. This specialized map, prepared from aerial photography taken in October 1975, reveals the complex patterns of logging roads and forest management that define this part of northern Maine. Unlike traditional topographic maps, this image-based survey provides a direct view of the vegetation density and drainage systems, such as Beaver Brook, as they appeared before modern shifts in industrial forestry. It serves as a clear record of the North Woods' interior, showing the specific layout of trails and clearings that supported the local timber economy during this era.