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2011 Map of Shilshole Bay

Name: 2011 Topographic Map of Shilshole Bay
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2011
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2011

About this map

The maritime gateway of Ballard and the rugged shoreline of Magnolia Bluff dominate this study of Seattle's northwestern coastline. The landscape is defined by the vital link between Puget Sound and the freshwater interior via the Lake Washington Ship Canal, a corridor lined with industrial and recreational hubs including the Salmon Bay Fishermens Terminal and Ballard Mill Marina. To the south, the expansive Fort Lawton Military Reservation preserves a significant portion of the coast, containing the Fort Lawton Military Cemetery.

Residential neighborhoods like Loyal Heights, Whittier Heights, and Blue Ridge terrace upward from the sound, while the Interbay district serves as a major logistical artery. Maritime infrastructure is well-documented, from the Canal Entrance Light to the piers at Smith Cove Waterway, including Pier 91 and Pier 90. The map also captures local civic landmarks such as Seattle Pacific University and the Magnolia Manor Reservoir, illustrating the densification of Seattle's urban fabric during the early 21st century.