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2014 Map of Broomes Island

Name: 2014 Topographic Map of Broomes Island
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2014
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2014

About this map

Broomes Island and the surrounding Chesapeake Bay inlets define the landscape of this Calvert County peninsula during the early 21st century. The map illustrates a coastline deeply etched by tidal waters, where Parker Wharf and Briscoe serve as points of contact between the land and the Patuxent River. The interior is marked by a network of local roads including Parran Rd and Mackall Rd, which connect established settlements like Saint Leonard to the various points and coves along the shore.

Genealogists and local historians can locate several family and community burial grounds, such as Christ Church Cem, Waters Cem, and Brooks Cem. Across the water in St. Mary's County, landmarks like Sotterley Point and Captain Point appear, while the Calvert side features distinct landforms such as Prison Point and Smith Point. The map provides a clear record of the area's development along the MD-2 corridor before more recent suburban expansion, preserving the locations of rural homes and small post offices.