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1968 Map of Nandua Creek

Name: 1968 Topographic Map of Nandua Creek
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1971
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1971

About this map

Chesapeake Bay dominates this late-1960s hydrographic survey, revealing the intricate shoreline where the Eastern Shore meets the open water. The landscape is defined by the deep indentations of Nandua Creek and its tributaries, including Butcher Creek and Back Creek. These tidal waterways carve out the peninsula of Hacks Neck, a landform characterized by extensive Tidal Flats and wetlands such as Hyslop Marsh.

The small community of Hacksneck stands as the primary settlement, situated at the terminus of the local road network. The map detail highlights the maritime reliance of the era, with multiple Light markers positioned to guide vessels through the shifting shoals and points like Milbys Point. This record captures the delicate balance between the coastal forest and the encroaching marshland before modern development altered the rural character of Accomack County.