1980 Map of Lewes

About this map

The coastal marshes and barrier beaches of Delaware's Sussex County are captured here through color infrared aerial photography, revealing the intricate hydrology of the shoreline in the early 1980s. Primehook Beach and Broadkill Beach stand out as linear developments nestled between the Delaware Bay and the extensive wetlands of the Primehook area. The deep red tones of the infrared imagery distinguish dense vegetation from the winding, dark ribbons of the Broadkill River and Primehook Creek. Further inland, the transition from marsh to agricultural field is marked by the presence of Red Mill Pond and Old Mill Creek. At the southern edge of the survey, the developed streets of Lewes and Lewes Beach contrast sharply with the surrounding natural drainage patterns, providing a detailed look at the town's relationship with its waterfront during this period.