1953 Map of Roanoke Island NE

About this map

Nags Head occupies a narrow strip of the Outer Banks on this mid-century survey, situated between the Atlantic Ocean and the sheltered waters of Nags Head Sound. The map illustrates a landscape in flux, dominated by dynamic terrain features such as Shifting Sand Dunes and various small islands including Little Penguin I and Big Penguin I. This era shows the early infrastructure of the barrier islands, featuring the U S Coast Guard Station and the iconic Jeanettes Pier. Coastal transit is defined by a central Causeway connecting to Roanoke Island and the longitudinal Hatteras Telephone Line Road. The survey provides a detailed look at the maritime environment before significant modern development, including the Roanoke Sound Channel and specific named landforms like Headquarters Island and Rockhall Creek.