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1935 Map of Newport

Name: 1935 Topographic Map of Newport
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1935
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1935

About this map

Coastal defenses and maritime infrastructure dominate this mid-1930s depiction of the Rhode Island shoreline. The landscape is defined by the strategic military presence at Fort Adams, Fort Wetherill, and Fort Getty, reflecting the area's importance for Narragansett Bay's naval security. The intricate coastline is meticulously detailed with sounding depths and navigational aids, including the Brentons Reef Light Ship and the Beaver Tail Light on the southern tip of Conanicut Island.

On the mainland, the transit network of Washington County is visible through the Sea View R.R. Co. Electric R.R. which connected coastal communities like Narragansett Pier and Wakefield. From the heights of Mc Sparran Hill to the industrial activity at the Naval Torpedo Sta. on Goat Island, the map captures a period of high naval activity and established seaside residency just before the mid-century shifts in coastal defense.