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1946 Map of Currituck Sound

Name: 1946 Topographic Map of Currituck Sound
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1980
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1980

About this map

Virginia Beach and the barrier island communities of the Outer Banks anchor this mid-century topographic survey, showing a landscape defined by expansive coastal waters. The map details the intricate geography of Currituck Sound and Back Bay, where isolated settlements like Corolla and Knotts Island relied on the water for connectivity. Military presence is prominent along the northern coast, featuring the Fort Story Military Reservation and the U.S. Naval Amphibious Base near Cape Henry.

Significant aviation history is marked at the southern end by the Wright Brothers National Memorial near Kitty Hawk, while the maritime character is emphasized by the Currituck Beach Lighthouse at Whale Head. The extensive marshlands and protected areas, including Back Bay N.W.R. and Seashore State Park, illustrate the region's environmental preservation efforts alongside established coastal villages like Duck and Harbinger.