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2017 Map of Kamalo OE S

Name: 2017 Topographic Map of Kamalo OE S
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2017
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2017

About this map

Traditional Hawaiian aquaculture dominates the coastline of southern Moloka‘i in this 2017 survey. The shore is defined by a dense concentration of ancient fishponds, including the notable Kakahai‘a Fishpond, Kamāhu‘ehu‘e Fishpond, and ‘Ualapu‘e Fishpond. These features reveal a landscape deeply integrated with the sea, where small settlements like ‘Ualapu‘e, Nalulua, and Pāhoa sit at the foot of dramatic ridges and gulches.

The terrain rises sharply from the Kalohi Channel toward high points like Pu‘u‘ula and Maileli‘i. Deep drainage systems such as Kawela Gulch, Kamalō Gulch, and Keawanui Gulch carve the upland slopes, separated by prominent features like Helani Ridge. Transportation is limited to the coastal corridor, crossing landmarks such as the ‘Ōhi‘a Bridge and Kalua‘aha Bridge, connecting maritime hubs at Kamalō Harbor and Kalaeloa Harbor.