1951 Map of Van Buren

About this map

The St John River defines the international boundary between the United States and Canada in this mid-century survey of northern Aroostook County. The town of Van Buren serves as the primary hub, where the Bangor and Aroostook railroad follows the river's path, connecting the settlements of Keegan and La Septieme. The landscape is dominated by a complex network of wetlands and small lakes in the southern interior, including Big Black Brook Lake, Little Black Brook Lake, and Mud Lake. Local community life is anchored by landmarks such as the St Joseph Ch in Hamlin and the Bernier Sch to the south. Significant terrain features like Reservoir Hill and Doyle Ridge rise above the brook-fed lowlands, while a large US Mil Res occupies the southwestern corner, reflecting the strategic importance of this border region during the early Cold War era.