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1955 Map of Central St. Thomas

Name: 1955 Topographic Map of Central St. Thomas
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1983
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1983

About this map

Charlotte Amalie serves as the focal point of this mid-century survey, showcasing the urban expansion of the St Thomas Harbor area and the industrial infrastructure surrounding Harry S Truman Airport. The map details the transition from historical maritime defense at Fort Christian and Cowell Battery to a modern transport hub, with significant development noted in purple revisions around Pearson Gardens and Estate Thomas. Beyond the city, the topography rises sharply to Crown Mtn and Signal Hill, overlooking the deeply indented northern coastline at Magens Bay.

Smaller settlements and colonial-era estates like Santa Maria Estate, Caret Bay Estate, and Neltjeberg are scattered across the Little North Side, reflecting the island's historical agricultural patterns. The inclusion of detached islands like Water Island, Hassel Island, and the Inner Brass Island provides a complete picture of the central territorial waters, where navigation channels like the West Gregerie Channel were vital for the harbor's commerce.