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1955 Map of Sharptown

Name: 1955 Topographic Map of Sharptown
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1987
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1987

About this map

The Nanticoke River defines this landscape on the Delmarva Peninsula, marking the boundary between Maryland and Delaware. The river's historical importance as a commercial artery is evident in the numerous river-access points, including Hurts Wharf, Wheatleys Wharf, and the Woodland Ferry crossing. The settlement of Sharptown serves as a primary hub near the river's bend, while the Nanticoke Wildlife Area preserves the low-lying wetlands and islands like Prickley Pear Island.

Away from the main river, the terrain is a network of small creeks and millponds, such as Galestown Millpond and Portsville Millpond, reflecting an economy once tied to water-powered milling. Inland life centers around small crossroads and religious centers, including Santo Domingo and Columbia, alongside country churches like Cokesbury Ch and Wheatley Ch. These landmarks, along with family-named features like Redman Cem and Patricks Pond, provide a detailed record of the mid-20th-century rural community.