1970 Map of Westport

About this map

Fort Edgecomb stands at the northern tip of Davis Island, overlooking The Eddy and the strategic junction where the Sheepscot River meets the maze of coastal narrows. This 1970 survey records the intricate tidal landscape of Lincoln County, where the massive Westport island is defined by the Back River and Montsweag Bay. The map details a maritime economy transitioning into a mid-century coastal community, evidenced by the Wiscasset Airport and a prominent Powerplant near Cushman Point. Genealogical researchers will find numerous family-named landmarks and burial grounds, including the Tarbox Cem and Knight Cem. The terrain is characterized by complex hydrography, from the turbulent Lower Hell Gate on the Sasanoa River to the sheltered waters of Oven Mouth, illustrating the historical reliance on these waterways for transport and local industry.