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1952 Map of Cape Henry

Name: 1952 Topographic Map of Cape Henry
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1952
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1952

About this map

Fort Story stands at the strategic entrance of the Chesapeake Bay, marking the point where the bay meets the Atlantic Ocean. This mid-century view shows a coastal landscape defined by shifting sands and intricate waterways, from the densely forested area of The Desert within Seashore State Park to the branching coves of Broad Bay and Lynnhaven Bay. Local infrastructure is anchored by the John A. Lesner Bridge and the Weather Bureau Signal Mast at Cape Henry, reflecting the area's importance to navigation and military defense.

Residential growth is evident in small waterfront settlements such as Ocean Park, Lynnhaven Shores, and Alanton. The map captures the commercial and community roots of the region through labels like James Fishery and the Great Neck School. The complex shoreline includes family and local landmarks such as Witch Duck Pt and Hog Pen Neck, providing a detailed look at the geography before modern expansion transformed the Princess Anne coastal plains.