1992 Map of Seaford East
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1992 Map of Seaford East

USGS Topo · Published 1992

About this map

The Nanticoke River flows through the heart of Sussex County in the early 1990s, defining the industrial and residential growth of Seaford and the adjacent town of Blades. This period shows the transition of the riverfront from traditional maritime uses toward residential developments like Nanticoke Acres and Cherrytree Landing. The landscape is a complex network of wetlands and tidal branches, including Gravelly Branch and Deep Creek, which historically supported milling operations like the one at Hearns Mill. Local history is preserved in landmarks such as the Ross Mansion and the Sudler House, alongside several rural schools like the Fleagle Sch. The corridor of the Conrail railroad line remains a central axis for the settlements of Bridgeville and Cannon, illustrating the long-standing connection between rail transport and the agricultural economy of the Delmarva Peninsula.


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Map Details

Date Portrayed1992
Date Published1992
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24,000
Physical Dimensions22 x 27 inches

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