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2015 Map of Boca Chica Key

Name: 2015 Topographic Map of Boca Chica Key
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2015
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2015

About this map

Key West Naval Air Station / Boca Chica Field dominates the central landscape of this coastal survey, highlighting the significant military presence integrated into the Florida Keys' unique geography. The map illustrates a complex network of island settlements and residential developments such as Big Coppitt Key, El Chico, and Stock Island, all connected by arterial roads that bridge the gaps between the keys. This 2015 perspective shows the dense layout of facilities like the Florida Keys Community Coll alongside the vast expanse of the Atlantic Ocean.

The hydrography of the area is particularly detailed, revealing the intricate channels and sounds that define the region's character. Significant water bodies such as Boca Chica Channel, Shark Channel, and the Intracoastal Waterway weave through the islands, separating Rockland Key from Geiger Key and Saddlehill Key. Local landmarks like the Southern Key Cem and various named points, including Jim Pent Point and Duck Key Point, provide fine-grained detail for understanding the modern footprint of these low-lying islands.