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1953 Map of Manteo

Name: 1953 Topographic Map of Manteo
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1977
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1977

About this map

Roanoke Island sits at the heart of this coastal study, where the waters of Albemarle Sound, Croatan Sound, and Roanoke Sound converge. The map documents a landscape deeply rooted in history, featuring the Fort Raleigh National Historic Site and the settlement of Fort Raleigh City on the northern shore. Local community life is visible through small settlements like Sunny Side, California, and the town of Manteo, which serves as a central hub near Shallowbag Bay.

Across the sound on Bodie Island, the coastal geography is defined by the massive shifting sands of Jockey Ridge and the wooded terrain of Nags Head Woods. The map records essential maritime and aviation infrastructure of the mid-20th century, including the Manteo Airport, a Ferry Landing at Weir Point, and the Roanoke Sound Bridge connecting the islands. Notable family and historical landmarks like Mother Vineyard and Haven Creek Ch provide excellent detail for local historians.