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2016 Map of The Jetties

Name: 2016 Topographic Map of The Jetties
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2016
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2016

About this map

Galveston and the eastern tip of Galveston Island anchor this coastal survey, where the deep-water passage of Bolivar Roads separates the city from the Bolivar Peninsula. The map focuses on the critical maritime infrastructure of the Texas coast, detailing the complex network of seafaring lanes including the Inner Bar Channel, Outer Bar Channel, and the Houston/Galveston Navigation Channel. These dredged paths through the Gulf Of Mexico emphasize the area's importance as a strategic shipping hub.

On the shore, the landscape is defined by coastal features like Big Reef and East Beach. Local transit to these recreation and conservation areas is marked by Boddeker Rd and Apffel Park Rd, while the Galveston Bay Entrance Channel serves as the primary gateway for vessels entering the protected inland waters. The survey provides a clear view of the maritime boundaries and nautical navigation aids essential for the Galveston harbor approach.