2016 Map of Caplen

About this map

Bolivar Peninsula stretches between the Gulf of Mexico and the marshy inlets of East Bay, defining this coastal stretch of the Upper Texas Coast. The narrow barrier land is dominated by a grid of local roads like N Redfish St and Kenlyn Dr, supporting the small community of Caplen. This 2016 survey illustrates the balance between coastal settlement and the industrial infrastructure of the Intracoastal Waterway, which cuts through the northern wetlands near Goat Island. Landmarks such as the Seafood Warehouse Park Airport and the presence of Oilfield Rd point to the local importance of both general aviation and the regional energy industry. The map captures an intricate landscape of inlets like Yates Cove and Big Pasture Bayou that characterize the fragile environment behind the beach dunes.