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1972 Map of Kedges Straits

USGS Topo · Published 1975

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Smith Island and South Marsh Island anchor this orthophotomap of the Chesapeake Bay's intricate marshland geography. The terrain is characterized by a dense network of tidal guts and coves, including Pungers Cove and Sedgy Pt Cove, which slice through the low-lying wetlands. Much of the southern portion of the sheet is dedicated to the Martin National Wildlife Refuge, where features like Joes Ridge and Noah Ridge provide subtle topographic variation amidst the water. Navigational landmarks are essential in this maritime landscape, specifically the Solomons Lump Lighthouse and the Holland Island Bar Lighthouse positioned within the Kedges Straits. The map also records the location of a Lookout Tower near Maddox Creek, reflecting the area's significance for coastal monitoring and conservation in the early 1970s.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1972
Date Published1975
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24000
Physical Dimensions21.8 x 26.7 inches

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SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain