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1980 Map of Winthrop

Name: 1980 Topographic Map of Winthrop
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1980
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1980

About this map

Winthrop and its surrounding water bodies serve as the focal point of this 1980 survey, illustrating a landscape defined by glacial lakes and early transportation routes. The Maine Central railroad corridor tracks along the western shore of Maranacook Lake, passing through Maranacook and Tallwood before reaching the village center. This area is characterized by its complex hydrology, with the narrow divides between Upper Narrows Pond and Lower Narrows Pond situated just east of the main town.

Genealogists can identify several family-named landmarks and resting places, such as Metcalf Cem, Whistler Cem, and the Benson Cem near Manchester. The presence of the YMCA Camp and a Golf Course near East Winthrop reflects the region's long-standing transition into a summer destination. To the south, the map details the northern reaches of Annabessacook Lake and the indented shoreline of Cobbosseecontee Lake, including Horseshoe Island and Deadmans Cove.