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1951 Map of Great Island

Name: 1951 Topographic Map of Great Island
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1952
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1952

About this map

The Swanquarter National Wildlife Refuge dominates this coastal landscape at the edge of the Pamlico Sound. This 1951 hydrographic survey by the U.S. Coast & Geodetic Survey details a complex network of brackish bays and islands, including Judith Island and Great Island, which are separated by the Great Island Narrows. The map provides specific bathymetric data for maritime navigation, identifying shoals like Upper Middle and the expansive Middle Ground.

Coastal geography here is defined by numerous points and coves, such as Shell Point and Smokehouse Cove, indicating a landscape shaped by tidal influence and estuarine ecology. The northeastern corner shows the transition toward Lake Landing and Juniper Bay, while landmarks like the Tower and various lights serve as essential navigational aids for those traversing the shallow waters of Swanquarter Bay.