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1927 Map of Rumford

Name: 1927 Topographic Map of Rumford
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1956
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1956

About this map

The industrial and mountain landscapes of western Maine converge in this 1927 survey, centered on the intensive development at Rumford and Mexico. The Androscoggin River and Swift River dictated the settlement patterns here, with the Maine Central railroad following the riverbanks to serve the mills and communities. The map captures the significant drop at Rumford Falls, a critical power source that fueled the growth of Ridlonville and Virginia.

Beyond the river valleys, the terrain transitions into a series of named notches and peaks, including Byron Notch and Black Mtn. Local genealogy and rural history are well-preserved through numerous country schoolhouses like Red Hill Sch and the Stockbridge Cem in the north. Mineral extraction is also represented by the Newry Mine in the southwest corner, highlighting the region's diverse economic interests during the late 1920s.