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2021 Map of Branford OE S

Name: 2021 Topographic Map of Branford OE S
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2021
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2021

About this map

Long Island Sound dominates this maritime survey, illustrating the complex coastal geography where the state and county lines of Connecticut and New York meet. The coastal settlement of Momauguin anchors the northwestern corner, defined by Cosey Beach Ave and Coe Ave, serving as a jumping-off point for a dense archipelago of islands and submerged hazards. Numerous navigational features like Townshend Ledge, Branford Reef, and Totoket Bar underscore the area's importance to seafaring.

The map details an intricate network of granite outcrops and small islands, including Spectacle Island, Clam Island, and the distinctive Outer Thimble. Farther south, the Intracoastal Waterway cuts through the open water, marking the vital transit corridor between New Haven County and Suffolk County. This survey is particularly useful for maritime historians tracing the named reefs and rocks that have shaped navigation in the sound for centuries.