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1956 Map of Waveland

Name: 1956 Topographic Map of Waveland
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1978
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1978

About this map

Coastal Hancock County reveals a complex landscape of tidal bayous and growing shoreline communities in this mid-century survey. The southern edge is defined by the transition from Mississippi Sound into the residential grids of Clermont Harbor, Lakeshore, and Bayside Park. A network of waterways including Bayou la Croix, Bayou Philip, and the Jourdan River weave through the marshland, illustrating the region's reliance on natural drainage and water access.

Historical land tenure is visible through legacy boundaries like the George Mares Claim and Widow Morin Claim, which persist alongside modern infrastructure. Religious and educational centers such as St Johns Ch, Holy Cross Ch, and the Gulf View Sch serve as community anchors. Transportation is dominated by the Louisville and Nashville rail line and newer developments like Stennis International Airport and Diamondhead Airport, reflecting a period of significant transition toward modern aviation and regional connectivity.