2022 Map of Cape Fear OE W

About this map

Bald Head Island occupies the upper right corner of this survey, representing the southernmost tip of North Carolina's coastal barrier systems where the land meets the vast Atlantic Ocean. The map primarily illustrates the maritime approaches and coastal waters surrounding this distinctive landform, highlighting the critical Bald Head Channel Range used for navigation into the Cape Fear River estuary. On the island itself, the transition from maritime forest to shoreline is traced by local routes like Cape Fear Trl, W Bald Head Wynd, and S Bald Head Wynd. These road patterns reflect the modern residential and conservancy footprint of the island, contrasting with the expansive open water that dominates the quadrangle. For those studying coastal geography, the sheet provides a precise look at the 2022 shoreline of Bald Head and its relationship to the deep-water channels required for shipping traffic.