1951 Map of Middle River
USGS Topo · Published 1951About this map
Industrial and maritime activity define the eastern Baltimore County coastline in this mid-century survey. The landscape is a complex network of tidal inlets and peninsulas, dominated by the aeronautical presence of the Airport and the Baltimore Depot US Army Signal Corps. Substantial residential developments like Essex, Gray Manor, and Inverness appear alongside vital infrastructure such as the Baltimore City Back River Sewage Works. Transportation corridors including the Pennsylvania railroad and General Pulaski Highway bridge the gaps between tidal waters like Frog Mortar Creek and Sue Creek. Local history is anchored by landmarks such as the North Point Battlefield Monument and the United Clay Mines Mine No 2, while the coastline is dotted with recreational spots like Breezy Point Beach and Wildwood Beach. The map also captures the Essex Seaplane Base, highlighting the era's reliance on the protected waters of the Patapsco River.
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