2016 Map of Crane Islands SW

About this map

Padre Island serves as the focal point for this coastal survey, where the expanding urban reach of Corpus Christi meets the barrier island environment. The geography is defined by the Intracoastal Waterway and the Packery Channel, which separates the northern developed areas from the more open terrain to the south. A dense residential street network, featuring names like Whitecap Blvd and Playa Del Rey, illustrates the mid-20th-century development boom on the island. The map also captures the inland boundary transitions, marking the line between Nueces and Kleberg counties as it cuts across the dunes and tidal flats near Fourmile Hill. This record provides a clear view of the modern infrastructure, specifically the vital corridor of Park Rd 22, during a period of significant coastal habitation.