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1949 Map of Beaufort

Name: 1949 Topographic Map of Beaufort
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1991
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1991

About this map

Fort Macon State Park anchors the eastern tip of the barrier island, guarding the entrance to Beaufort Inlet and the complex waterways of Bogue Sound. This coastal landscape at the mid-century reveals the strategic maritime and industrial layout of Morehead City and Beaufort, linked by The Causeway and the Atlantic and East Carolina railroad. The map highlights the bustling Port Terminal on Radio Island and the specialized infrastructure supporting the region's growth, from the Beaufort-Morehead City Airport to the historic battery at Ft Macon.

To the east, the natural expanse of Shackleford Banks and Carrot Island remains largely undeveloped, showcasing the transition into the Cape Lookout National Seashore. Local life is visible through landmarks like Morehead City High Sch, Beaufort High Sch, and cemeteries such as Bay View Cem. This survey captures the maritime economy and residential expansion of the Inner Banks just after World War II.