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1958 Map of Presque Isle

Name: 1958 Topographic Map of Presque Isle
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1958
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1958

About this map

Presque Isle AFB serves as a Cold War anchor for the eastern edge of this Maine landscape, providing a sharp contrast to the dense network of rivers and timberlands to the west. The area is defined by its complex hydrology, where the Allagash River and St John River flow through a succession of major water bodies like Chamberlain Lake, Eagle Lake, and Umsaskis Lake. These waterways were the primary arteries for the region’s logging history, long before more permanent settlements were established.

Remote outposts such as Seven Islands and Chamberlain Farm are documented alongside established towns like Ashland and Washburn. The presence of the Bangor & Aroostook RR illustrates the industrial connection between these timber-rich interiors and the agricultural centers around Presque Isle. To the south, the borders of Baxter State Park encompass prominent peaks such as Mount Chase and Hedgehog Mt.