2016 Map of Curtis Bay

About this map

Industrial waterfronts and suburban expansion characterize this coastal corridor south of the city, where the Patapsco River meets the Chesapeake Bay. The map documents a dense network of neighborhoods such as Brooklyn, Harundale, and Pasadena, interspersed with historical burial grounds including Cedar Hill Cem and Holy Cross Cem. The presence of the B & O RR and the Harbor Tunnel illustrates the region's importance as a transportation hub, while numerous coves like Tanyard Cove and Nabbs Creek provide access to the water for communities like Riviera Beach and Orchard Beach. Genealogists will find significant value in the detailed cemetery locations, such as the John Wesley United Methodist Church Cem, which anchor the local history of these communities. The transition from the industrial landscape near Wagners Point to the residential shorelines of Stony Beach and Mount Pleasant Beach highlights the diverse land use of this maritime region.