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1954 Map of Flake, 1965 Print
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1954 Map of Flake

USGS Topo · Published 1965

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The Bolivar Peninsula shoreline during the mid-1950s reveals a narrow strip of land heavily defined by its transition between Galveston Bay and the Gulf of Mexico. At this time, the Intracoastal Waterway cuts a straight path through the salt marshes, separating the bayside coves like Sievers Cove and Pepper Grove Cove from the developing gulf-facing beach communities. Small settlements such as Crystal Beach and Flake are visible, while the Port Bolivar Cem and Parrs Grove provide markers for family researchers in the area. The presence of the Old Railroad Grade running parallel to the coast serves as a reminder of earlier transportation efforts that once linked these peninsula outposts. The map also captures a complex marine environment of oyster reefs and passes, including Hanna Reef and Ladies Pass, which dominated the local fishing and maritime economy of East Bay.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1954
Date Published1965
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24,000
Physical Dimensions23.1 x 27 inches

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Source Details

SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain