2018 Map of Fort Morgan NW

About this map

Dauphin Island defines the northern edge of this coastal survey, where the barrier island meets the open expanse of the Gulf of Mexico. This 2018 edition illustrates the thin, precarious nature of Alabama's coastline, showing the narrow landmass that separates the southern waters from the protected areas to the north. The map is primarily dominated by marine geography, capturing the bathymetric boundary line that runs east to west through the Gulf. This perspective emphasizes the island's role as a natural buffer, a critical feature for understanding the maritime history and environmental changes of the Mobile County coastline during the early 21st century.