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1975 Map of Saponac SW, 1980 Print
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1975 Map of Saponac SW

USGS Topo · Published 1980

About this map

Greenfield appears as a sparse network of roads and clearings in this 1975 aerial orthophotograph, capturing the rural character of this Penobscot County landscape. The imagery reveals the intricate textures of the Maine forest, punctuated by small agricultural openings and isolated residential structures that reflect the region's long-standing reliance on timber and small-scale farming. Unlike a traditional topographic map, this survey provides a direct visual record of land use, showing the varied density of the tree canopy and the sharp lines of cut-overs. The primary corridor through Greenfield serves as the focal point for settlement, where the relationship between the cleared land and the surrounding wilderness is most evident. This visual data offers researchers a precise view of the terrain before later decades of regrowth or development altered the visible footprint of the community.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1975
Date Published1980
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24,000
Physical Dimensions21.5 x 27.5 inches

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SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain