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1938 Map of Cedar Creek

Name: 1938 Topographic Map of Cedar Creek
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1945
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1945

About this map

The Mispillion River and Broadkill River anchor this coastal survey, where the low-lying terrain of Sussex County meets Delaware Bay. The landscape is defined by distinct necks of land, including Slaughter Neck and Primehook Neck, which are separated by tidal creeks and an intricate system of millponds. The town of Milford serves as a central hub, where the Philadelphia Baltimore and Washington railroad line crosses the river.

A remarkable density of small rural schools, such as the Sour Apple Tree School and Shingle School, reflects the decentralized local education system of the early twentieth century. Maritime life is evidenced by Maloneys Landing and the Mispillion River L H light house. The transition from coastal marsh to inland agricultural land is marked by numerous family-named landmarks like Clendaniel Pond and Waples Pond, which indicate the long-standing importance of water management and milling in the region's economy.