1968 Map of Pungoteague

About this map

Pungoteague Creek and Onancock Creek carve deep into the Virginia shoreline on this 1968 topographic-bathymetric survey, reflecting the maritime identity of the Eastern Shore. The landscape is defined by its series of distinct necks, including Broadway Neck, Yeo Neck, and Hacks Neck, which create a complex network of marshes and protected waterways. Small settlements and community anchors like Crockett Town, Savageville, and Pungoteague dot the interior, while the shoreline is marked by commercial and recreational landmarks such as Boggs Wharf and the Eastern Shore Yacht and Country Club. Further inland, the Accomack County Airport and the South Accomack Sch indicate the mid-century development of the region's infrastructure. The detailed bathymetric data illustrates the shifting shoals of the Chesapeake Bay, including Scarborough Island and Finneys Island, which have historically shaped local navigation and fishing.