2010 Map of Pass Cavallo SW

About this map

Matagorda Island Lighthouse stands as a primary landmark along the shifting coastal interface of the Texas Gulf Coast. This 2010 survey details the complex system of barrier islands and shallow estuaries that define the maritime geography of Calhoun County. The prominent expanse of Matagorda Island separates the open Gulf of Mexico from the sheltered waters of Espiritu Santo Bay. Within the bay, numerous smaller features like Grass Island and Farwell Island dot the landscape, while indented water bodies such as Lighthouse Cove and Big Pocket indicate the dynamic nature of the shoreline. The map provides essential data for coastal researchers and local historians interested in the topography of this significant navigational corridor.