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2012 Map of Branford OE S

Name: 2012 Topographic Map of Branford OE S
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2012
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2012

About this map

Momauguin Beach and the shoreline of the Long Island Sound define this coastal survey, where the terrestrial edges of New England meet an intricate network of islands and hazards. The map details a complex littoral landscape where residential streets like Coe Ave and Cosey Beach Ave terminate at the water's edge, transitioning into a sea of named rocks and reefs. From Mansfield Point to Linden Point, the map serves as a navigational guide to the Thimble Islands and surrounding outcrops.

Maritime geography is the primary focus, documenting numerous small landforms including Money Island, Spectacle Island, and Sumac Island. Named hazards such as Negros Head, Gangway Rock, and Wheaton Reef Browns Reef illustrate the maritime character of this stretch of the Connecticut coast. This documentation provides a clear view of the coastal interface before subsequent shoreline changes, identifying specific family and local landmarks like Jeffrey Point and Johnson Point.