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1972 Map of Wellfleet

USGS Topo · Published 1978

About this map

Wellfleet and the surrounding Outer Cape landscape are shown here in the early 1970s, characterized by a complex network of coastal ponds and tidal inlets. The interface between the protected waters of Wellfleet Harbor and the open Atlantic Ocean defines the region, with prominent landforms like Lieutenant Island and Griffin Island breaking up the western marshes. Cultural landmarks of significant historical weight are present, including the Marconi Station Site on the Atlantic side and the National Seashore Headquarters near the South Wellfleet boundary. The map captures the area as it transitioned into a more conservation-focused era, evidenced by the Audubon Bird Sanctuary and the Wellfleet-by-the-Sea Wildlife Management Area. Inland, numerous glacial kettle holes like Gull Pond and Long Pond dot the terrain, while old family names persist on features like Lombard Hollow and Paradise Hollow.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1972
Date Published1978
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:25,000
Physical Dimensions22 x 26.8 inches

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Source Details

SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain