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1951 Map of Beaufort

Name: 1951 Topographic Map of Beaufort
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1951
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1951

About this map

The coastal landscapes of Morehead City and Beaufort are defined by a complex network of sounds, marshes, and barrier islands in this early 1950s survey. Transport infrastructure of the era is anchored by the Atlantic and East Carolina railroad and The Causeway, which bridge the gap between these historic maritime centers. Along the southern edge, Atlantic Beach sits on the barrier strip south of Bogue Sound, while the defensive footprint of Fort Macon guards the entrance to the Beaufort Inlet.

Scientific and civic foundations are prominent, including the US Marine Biological Sta on Pivers Island and schools such as Charles S Wallace High Sch. The map records a working waterfront through features like the Yacht Basin and Port Terminal, alongside the uninhabited stretches of Carrot Island and the Shackleford Banks, providing a detailed view of the region's mid-century balance between industry and environment.