1989 Map of Upper Russell Pond

About this map

Chemquasabamticook Lake (Ross Lake) dominates the northwestern corner of this remote Maine landscape, where the interconnected waterways of the Allagash region define the terrain. The map captures a complex network of seasonal brooks and glacial ponds, including the distinct chain of Middle Russell Pond, Lower Russell Pond, and Upper Russell Pond. Unlike more settled regions, the area is defined by its industrial and recreational utility, shown through the presence of a Shale Pit and a remote Campground near the shores of Crescent Pond. The surveying reveals the precise boundaries of several townships, such as T 9 R 14 Wels, providing a clear view of the logging and land management grid system in the late 20th century. Prominent landforms like Mud Pond Ridge and Narrow Ridge separate the various watersheds, including the First South Branch Russell Pond and the headwaters of the E Br Allagash Stream.