1953 Map of Barnegat Light

About this map

Island Beach stretches as a narrow barrier between the Atlantic Ocean and the intricate marshlands of Barnegat Bay in this mid-century coastal study. At the southern tip, the iconic Lighthouse and the settlement of Barnegat Light anchor the landscape, protected by a prominent Rock Jetty at the mouth of the Barnegat Inlet. The map reveals a complex aquatic environment where the Sedge Islands fragment the bay into shallow passages and small coves like Johnny Allens Cove. These surveys, compiled by the Coast and Geodetic Survey from 1951 aerial photography and field checks, document the shifting sands and hydrography of the Jersey Shore during a period of steady maritime activity. Nautical details such as Tices Shoal and a designated Cable Area underscore the area's significance for local navigation and communication infrastructure.