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2018 Map of Marblehead South

Name: 2018 Topographic Map of Marblehead South
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2018
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2018

About this map

Marblehead's rocky coastline and the adjacent waters of the Atlantic Ocean define this maritime survey. The town's southern tip is characterized by a series of narrow beaches and significant offshore navigational hazards. Landmark features such as Devereux Beach, Riverhead Beach, and the The Bridge Causeway reveal the interface between the built environment and the shoreline. Further out, a complex archipelago of rocks and shoals, including Tinkers Island, Ram Island, and the Outer Breakers, illustrates the precarious nature of the local waters.

Transport patterns are concentrated along the coast, with roads like Atlantic Ave and Ocean Ave following the contours of the land toward residential areas and landmarks like Castle Rock. The map also captures the boundary line between Essex Co and Suffolk Co, marking the jurisdictional transition as one moves south toward the waters off Boston. This map serves as a record of the enduring coastal geography of the North Shore in the early 21st century.