1943 Map of Riverhead

About this map

The Peconic River serves as a geographic spine for this 1943 reprint, which reflects the agricultural and maritime landscape of eastern Long Island as surveyed at the turn of the century. The settlement of Riverhead sits at the head of the river, acting as a gateway between the northern and southern forks. To the south, the Montauk Division railroad facilitates transit through coastal communities such as Eastport, Speonk, and West Hampton Beach. The map details a complex hydrology of coastal ponds and bays, including Shinnecock Bay and Peconic Bay. Of particular interest to local historians are the established hamlets like Good Ground and Aquebogue, alongside specific coastal landmarks such as Canoe Place and Roanoke Landing. The terrain transitions from the heights of Bald Hill down to the sea-level marshes of Tiana Beach, illustrating the era's reliance on both rail transport and protected waterways.