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2014 Map of Crisfield

Name: 2014 Topographic Map of Crisfield
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2014
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2014

About this map

Crisfield stands as the primary hub on this map of the Lower Eastern Shore, where the intricate maritime landscape of the Little Annemessex River meets the Chesapeake Bay. The settlement pattern follows a dense network of neighborhoods including Sackertown, Lawsonia, and Byrdtown, reflecting the region's deep ties to the seafood industry and bayside commerce. Local genealogy and community landmarks are anchored by sites such as Phoenix Church, Mariners Cem, and Asbury Cem, which dot the transition from town to tidal marsh.

Beyond the mainland, the map reveals a complex system of waterways and landforms like Janes Island, Somers Cove, and Little Ware Point. The southern portion of the sheet is dominated by the open waters of Pocomoke Sound and the Chesapeake Bay, where the maritime boundary between Maryland and Virginia is clearly delineated. This 2014 survey documents the coastal geography of Somerset Co just as it has existed for generations, showing the enduring reliance on points like Hop Point and Jersey Island for navigation and access to the sound.