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2011 Map of Monie

Name: 2011 Topographic Map of Monie
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2011
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2011

About this map

Monie Bay and the surrounding marshlands of Somerset County define this coastal landscape, where the Wicomico River meets the Manokin River. The area is characterized by a high density of named points and necks, such as Mongrel Neck and Monie Neck, reflecting a long history of maritime navigation and water-based livelihoods. Small settlements like Oriole and Venton are tucked inland, often centered around local landmarks like the Oriole Post Office or Grace Cemetery.

The interior is interlaced with numerous tidal creeks, including Geanquakin Creek and Saint Peters Creek, which carve through the low-lying terrain. Genealogy researchers can find several historic burial grounds throughout the quadrangle, from Asbury Cemetery in the north near Pine Beach to Mount Olivet Cemetery in the southeast. The network of local roads, such as Revells Neck Rd and Maddox Island Rd, connects these isolated communities to the broader Chesapeake Bay shoreline.