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2014 Map of The Forks

Name: 2014 Topographic Map of The Forks
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2014
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2014

About this map

The Forks marks the confluence where the Dead River joins the Kennebec River, a historic junction for river drivers and modern recreation alike. This 2014 survey captures the corridor along Us 201 as it winds northward through Somerset County, shadowed by the high ridgeline of The Divide. To the east, the settlement of Lake Moxie sits near the headwaters of Mile Brook, while the southeastern corner is dominated by the sprawling waters of Pleasant Pond.

The wilderness character of the region is punctuated by significant relief, featuring Mosquito Mtn and Pleasant Pond Mtn. A portion of the Appalachian National Scenic Trail traverses the southern terrain, crossing over from the drainage of Holly Brook. For those tracing local landmarks, the map details numerous named water features, including the dramatic drop at Moxie Falls and the secluded Pooler Ponds near the Kennebec shoreline.