1953 Map of Swan Point

About this map

Chesapeake Bay dominates this mid-century maritime survey, documenting the critical waterways and coastal settlements of Kent County's western edge. The map captures the working waterfronts of Rock Hall and Gratitude, where the local economy centered on the protected inlets of The Haven and Swan Creek. This era of the Eastern Shore's history is reflected in the numerous landings and points, such as Deep Landing and Windmill Point, which define the transition from open bay to navigable creek. Significant underwater features and maritime infrastructure are meticulously noted, including the Brewerton Channel Eastern Extension with its documented project depth of 27 feet. Landmarks like Tower No 12 and Tower No 14 serve as navigational aids along the shore near Swan Point, while the surrounding waters show the bathymetry of the Swan Point Bar and the submerged Ninefoot Knoll.