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1968 Map of Piney Point

Name: 1968 Topographic Map of Piney Point
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1972
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1972

About this map

The Potomac River shoreline of St. Mary's County dominates this late 1960s survey, revealing a landscape defined by deep coves and tidal creeks. Waterfront communities like Tall Timbers and Piney Point are established alongside a mix of agricultural land and maritime infrastructure, including the U S Coast Guard Station and the historic Lighthouse at the southern tip. Inland, the map captures the transition of rural crossroads such as Valley Lee and Callaway, where local life centered around institutions like Holy Face Ch and Little Flower Sch.

A network of local roads including Beauvue Road and Piney Point Road links these settlements to the water, while numerous Gravel Pits suggest the area's active extractive economy. The southern peninsula is particularly detailed, showing the Piney Point Landing Strip and the intricate drainage of Piney Point Creek as it meets the river. Along the Virginia shore, landmarks like Ragged Point Beach and Coles Neck are visible across the wide expanse of the Potomac.