1982 Map of Southport

About this map

Southport and the surrounding coastal wetlands of Bay County are depicted here in a specialized orthophotomap format that blends aerial imagery with topographic data. The landscape is defined by the complex interface of West Bay and North Bay, where numerous tidal inlets like Newman Bayou and Fannin Bayou carve into the shoreline. Industrial and infrastructure footprints are evident near the water, including a powerplant, oil tanks, and a Shrimp Farm west of Warren Bayou. This 1980s-era study provides a clear view of the transitions between developed areas and the dense vegetation of Jacksons Titi. The transportation network is anchored by the Bailey Bridge and Edwards Street, connecting the coastal settlement to the interior woods and features like the Lookout Tower near Vicksburg.