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1953 Map of Benedict

Name: 1953 Topographic Map of Benedict
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1977
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1977

About this map

The Patuxent River bisects this landscape, serving as a significant geographical and political boundary between Prince Georges, Charles, and Calvert Counties. Along the western shore, the community of Benedict sits near a prominent Toll Bridge and the Benedict Sch, reflecting the river's role in local transit and education. Further north, the waterfront settlements of Eagle Harbor and Cedarhaven are joined by smaller inland hamlets like Aquasco and Poplar Hill.

Industrial and recreational developments of the mid-20th century are evident, including a large Powerplant near Prince Chalk Pt, a Drag Strip near Stanley Run, and a Landing Strip south of Teague Pt. The presence of the Penn Central rail line and historical markers like Leitch Wharf and the John Wesley Ch provide a window into the area's shifting economy, from traditional river landings to modern utility and transportation networks.