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2011 Map of Cape Romain

Name: 2011 Topographic Map of Cape Romain
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2011
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2011

About this map

Cape Romain Lighthouses stand as sentinels over this coastal landscape where the South Santee River meets the Atlantic Ocean. The geography is defined by a series of barrier islands and expansive tidal waters, including Murphy Island, Cape Island, and the sheltered waters of Cape Romain Harbor. This 2011 survey captures the intricate network of tidal creeks such as Needles Eye Creek and Alligator Creek that lattice the marshland between the mainland and the sea.

The commercial and navigational backbone of the region is the Intracoastal Waterway, which cuts through the northern portion of the map. Coastal features like Cowpen Point, Deepwater Point, and Cedar Island Point illustrate the dynamic interface of land and water. The map provides a detailed view of these low-lying landforms before any significant shift in shoreline, offering a clear record of the area's natural topography and established maritime landmarks.