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1943 Map of Taylors Island

Name: 1943 Topographic Map of Taylors Island
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1943
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1943

About this map

Taylors Island and the surrounding Chesapeake marshlands are captured here during World War II, revealing a landscape defined by intricate waterways and fragmented necks of land. This survey, compiled from air photographs by the U. S. Coast and Geodetic Survey, shows a community deeply tied to the water, where small settlements like Smithville and Taylors Island are linked by rural roads and coastal landmarks. The presence of Bethlehem Church and Grace Church suggests established centers of local life amidst the vast tidal creeks.

The intricate coastline includes Slaughter Creek, Hooper Neck, and Robinson Neck, illustrating the complex geography of Dorchester County. Researchers can trace the layout of various necks including Meekins Neck and Parsons Creek Neck, while notable water bodies like Tar Bay and Oyster Cove frame the western edge. Small family-named features such as Dunnock Island and Codes Pt provide specific points of interest for genealogists and local historians studying these bayside islands.