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1998 Map of Block Island, 1999 Print
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1998 Map of Block Island

USGS Topo · Published 1999

About this map

Block Island serves as a critical nautical intersection at the end of the 20th century, defined by its maritime infrastructure and complex shoreline. The landscape is bookended by history, from the Block Island N Lighthouse at Sandy Pt to the Block Island SE Lighthouse near Mohegan Bluffs State Park. The island's geography is dominated by the Great Salt Pond, which nearly bisects the landmass and connects the New Harbor to the sea. The settlement of New Shoreham remains the central hub, supported by essential services like the Block Island State Airport and the U S Coast Guard Sta. Smaller inland features like Island Cem and Sheffield Cem provide valuable genealogical anchors for researchers tracing families in this island community. Extensive conservation areas, including the Block Island National Wildlife Refuge, reflect the preservation of the island's unique ecology alongside its active harbor economy.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1998
Date Published1999
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24,000
Physical Dimensions22 x 26.8 inches

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Source Details

SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain