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1974 Map of Wentworth

Name: 1974 Topographic Map of Wentworth
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1989
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1989

About this map

Wentworth and its surrounding hill country define this portion of the New Hampshire landscape during the mid-1970s. The Baker River and its South Branch serve as the primary drainage for the area, which is heavily shaped by the presence of the White Mountain National Forest to the northeast and the Province Road State Forest to the south. Small, dispersed settlements like North Dorchester, Cheever, and North Groton appear as small clusters connected by light-duty roads and trails, highlighting the rural character of the region at this time.

Industrial and infrastructure history is evident through the Old Railroad Grade paralleling the Baker River, indicating former transit routes. Notable landmarks such as the Flood Control Dam on Buffalo Brook and the Gaging Sta on the river suggest an era of active water management and conservation. For researchers, the map provides detailed locations for local landmarks like the Pleasant View Cem and the Higher Ground Camp.