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1966 Map of The Narrows

Name: 1966 Topographic Map of The Narrows
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1982
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1982

About this map

The Narrows serves as the central focal point of this 1966 survey, revised in 1981, which illustrates the complex coastal defenses and established neighborhoods of Richmond and Brooklyn. The map captures a period of significant urban density on Staten Island, tracing the Staten Island Rapid Transit line through communities like New Dorp, Grasmere, and Grant City. Coastal features are prominently detailed, from the residential enclave of Seagate on Coney Island to the sprawling Moravian Cemetery and the military grounds of Fort Wadsworth.

Strategic maritime infrastructure is evident in the alignment of the Ambrose Channel and the positioning of the West Bank Lighthouse. Cultural and educational institutions, such as Notre Dame College and Staten Island Community College, are integrated into the hilly terrain of Todt Hill and Grymes Hill. The inclusion of Miller Field and the Verrazano-Narrows Bridge highlights the area's mid-century role as a vital transportation and defense hub for New York Harbor.