1942 Map of Golden Hill

About this map

The vast wetlands of the Blackwater National Wildlife Refuge dominate this 1942 landscape, where the Blackwater River and Honga River define the intricate shoreline of Dorchester County. Small crossroads communities and family-named landings like Golden Hill, Milton, and Walnut Landing are scattered throughout the marshy terrain, connected by narrow roads winding between Peters Neck and Buttons Neck. This survey reflects the region's historical reliance on the water, showing numerous guts and creeks such as Piney Gut and Meekins Creek that served as local transportation arteries. Notable interior landmarks include the Lookout Tower near Hog Range and the isolated settlement at Old Field. The map provides a detailed view of the extensive swamp systems, including Moneystump Swamp and White Oak Swamp, which have historically shaped the settlement patterns and agricultural limits of the Maryland Eastern Shore.