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2011 Map of Chippewa Bay

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

USGS Topo · Published 2011

About this map

The Saint Lawrence River serves as the international boundary and primary geographical feature of this region at the start of the 21st century. The complex riverine landscape is defined by an intricate archipelago, where islands such as Jorstadt Island, Oak Island, and the Indian Chief Islands sit among navigational hazards like Indian Chief Shoal and Superior Shoal. Near Schermerhorn Landing, the shoreline is deeply indented by Crooked Creek and numerous small bays, reflecting a pattern of coastal settlement and seasonal use.

Waterborne navigation is highlighted by the presence of the Chippewa Point Light and Crossover Island, critical markers for vessels threading the Thousand Islands. On the New York shore, a network of local roads including Pleasant Valley Rd and River Rd connects various points like Chippewa Point and Little Hammond Point. The map captures the quiet character of the riverside, where small landforms like Snakeoil Island and Lone Tree Island dot the water near Chippewa Bay.