2023 Map of Whaleyville

About this map

Whaleyville and the surrounding borderlands of the Delmarva Peninsula are defined by a complex hydraulic network where Maryland meets Delaware. This 2023 edition reveals a landscape of expansive wetlands, including the massive Cypress Swamp and Franklin Swamp, which are crisscrossed by agricultural ditches like the Old Line Ditch. The settlement pattern follows the high ground of features like Pine Ridge, where small family burial grounds such as the Littleton Family Cem and Twilley Family Cem offer significant data for genealogists tracing local lineage. The southern portion of the map is dominated by the Ocean Gateway corridor, connecting Willards to the village of Whaleyville. Notable landmarks such as Pulletts Chapel and several cemeteries near Bethel Church indicate long-standing community centers. The map also traces the headwaters of the Pocomoke River and its numerous tributaries like Gum Branch and Green Run, illustrating the intricate drainage systems vital to this coastal plain region.