2016 Map of Martin Point

About this map

Southern Shores and Duck occupy the narrow strip of the Outer Banks on this coastal survey, where the Atlantic coast meets a complex network of residential development. The landscape is defined by a dense grid of local thoroughfares such as Sea Oats Trl, N Dogwood Trl, and Ocean Blvd, which navigate the stabilized dunes and maritime forest areas. Near the southern end of the landform, Martin Point serves as a prominent landmark before the barrier island continues south. This record illustrates the modern era of the North Carolina coast, showing how communities have integrated into the delicate environment of the Atlantic Ocean shoreline. The map also delineates the maritime boundary between Currituck and Dare Counties, tracing a line far out into the open sea.