2011 Map of Richardson Pond

About this map

Upper Richardson Lake and the interconnected water bodies of Oxford County define this wilderness landscape, where timber and water management have long shaped the local geography. The Aziscohos Dam regulates the waters of Aziscohos Pond, while the sprawling Sunday Pond lies to the north, linked by a network of logging and service roads like Lincoln Pond Rd and Barney Brook Rd. The terrain is punctuated by prominent peaks including Observatory Mountain and Low Aziscohos Mountain, which overlook a complex system of smaller basins such as Pepperpot Pond and the East Richardson Ponds. This 2011 survey captures the area's essential character as a managed northern forest, showing the intricate drainage patterns of Deer Mountain Stream and Fish Pond Brook that feed into the larger lakes. The presence of Beaver Island and Big Beaver Island within the primary lake provides clear landmarks for navigating these significant Maine waters.