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1986 Map of Siasconset

Name: 1986 Topographic Map of Siasconset
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1986
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1986

About this map

The eastern shoreline of Nantucket Island faces the vast Atlantic Ocean in this 1986 survey, which highlights the delicate boundary between the island's low-lying terrain and the sea. The map documents the historic settlement of Siasconset, known for its cluster of weathered cottages and its position as the easternmost village on the island. Moving north along the coast, the landscape features the Sankaty Head Lighthouse standing atop the bluffs of Sankaty Head, a critical navigation point for maritime traffic.

Interior details show the varied topography of Nantucket County, including the large Cranberry Bog and Sesachacha Pond. Coastal landmarks such as Squam Head and the Haulover indicate the narrow strips of land that define the island's northern reaches near Wauwinet. Public infrastructure of the era is also noted, including the Coast Guard Sta and Radio Towers, providing a clear picture of the island's mid-1980s layout before modern development patterns fully took hold.