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2002 Map of Cape Hatteras

Name: 2002 Topographic Map of Cape Hatteras
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2002
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2002

About this map

Hatteras Island stands as a slender barrier between the turbulent Atlantic Ocean and the sheltered Pamlico Sound, defined by its shifting sands and maritime history. This 2002 edition reflects the landscape of the Cape Hatteras National Seashore, where the iconic elbow of Cape Hatteras meets the Hatteras Bight. Local settlement is concentrated near Frisco, where Little Grove Ch and a nearby Landing Strip serve the coastal community.

The infrastructure of the outer banks is clearly delineated, from the prominent Cape Hatteras Coast Guard Sta and its nearby Tower (C) to the Telephone Line that follows the spine of the island. Notable landmarks like Creeds Hill provide elevation on the low-lying terrain, while public facilities such as the Campground indicate the region's importance as a protected recreational destination at the start of the 21st century.