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1904 Map of St. Michaels

Name: 1904 Topographic Map of St. Michaels
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1904
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1904

About this map

Wye Island and the intricate riverine network of the Eastern Shore dominate this early century survey, capturing the complex geography of the Wye River and Miles River. The landscape is defined by its maritime connections, showing established landings such as Probasco Landing and Skipton Landing that served as vital tidewater transport hubs. Further inland, the agricultural character of the region is evident in small settlements like Wye Mills and Tunis Mills, where the local economy centered on milling along the numerous creeks.

Transportation by rail was maturing during this era, with the Baltimore and Eastern Shore RR providing a link to the larger markets across the Eastern Bay. The map documents the layout of regional centers like Easton and the waterfront town of St. Michaels before modern development altered their historic shorelines. This detail provides a clear view of the Kent Island area and Piney Neck at a time when water travel remained central to Maryland life.