1901 Map of Drum Point
USGS Topo · Published 1901About this map
Solomons Island and the surrounding maritime landscape of the lower Patuxent River define this coastal study, conducted at a time when water travel was central to life in Southern Maryland. The survey captures the intricate shoreline of Solomons, a key fishing and harbor hub, and extends across the Chesapeake Bay to the eastern shore islands of Dorchester County. Essential navigational aids for bay traffic are documented, including the Drum Pt. L.H., Cove Pt. L.H., and Cedar Pt. L.H. stations. Inland, the map reveals a network of small landings and early settlements like St.Leonard and Jarboesville, while features such as Millstone Landing and Spencers Wharf underscore the importance of the river economy. On the eastern edge, the topography of Taylor Island and Barren I. is partially rendered, showing the early 20th-century footprint of these vulnerable bay islands.
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