1956 Map of The Forks

About this map

The confluence of the Kennebec River and the Dead River anchors this mid-century survey of the Maine wilderness, centered on the small community of The Forks. This landscape is defined by its industrial water management and natural elevation, featuring the Harris Dam upstream and the dramatic Moxie Falls to the east. The map captures a transition in the local economy, where traditional logging and river work met the development of recreational and hydroelectric infrastructure. Notable points of interest include the Franklin Sch south of the main settlement and the hamlet of Troutdale situated along the shores of Mosquito Pond. The terrain is characterized by a dense network of water bodies like Lake Moxie and Pleasant Pond Mtn, connected by a series of trails and early roads such as the Shirley Road, illustrating how residents and industry navigated the complex topography of The Forks township and surrounding unorganized territories.