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1893 Map of Sakonnet
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1893 Map of Sakonnet

USGS Topo · Published 1893

About this map

Little Compton and Middletown define the coastal landscape of this late-nineteenth-century survey, which focuses on the rugged shoreline where the Sakonnet River meets the Atlantic Ocean. The topography reveals a peninsula shaped by wind and tide, characterized by prominent coastal features like Sachuest Neck and the distinctively named Woods Castle. A notable structural element of the period is the Breakwater protecting the anchorage at Sakonnet Point, a critical harbor for maritime activity before modern coastal developments. The map also delineates the Rhode Island Massachusetts Boundary Line as it intersects with Quicksand Point, offering a precise record of the interstate border at Tunipus Beach. This coastal reach is dotted with numerous hazards and landmarks, from Cormorant Rock to the inland Long Pond, reflecting the era's reliance on visible maritime cues for navigation.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1893
Date Published1893
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:62,500
Physical Dimensions16.3 x 19.8 inches

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Source Details

SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain