1951 Map of Brant Island

About this map

Pamlico Sound dominates this mid-century coastal survey, capturing the intricate hydrography where the brackish waters meet the marshlands of eastern North Carolina. The map illustrates the shoreline of Cedar Island and the expansive Hunting Quarters, a region defined by its reliance on the sound and its diverse network of inlets and points. The inclusion of hydrographic data from surveys dating back to 1866 alongside 1948 aerial photography provides a unique layered view of the shifting coastal morphology. Named features like Brant Island and Sow Island stand as markers in the shallow sound, while the detailed labeling of points such as Oyster Creek Point and Big Fishing Point reflects the maritime navigation and fishing economy central to the local way of life. The boundary between Pamlico and Carteret Counties is clearly delineated as it cuts through the tidal landscape.