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2010 Map of Wrightsville Beach

Name: 2010 Topographic Map of Wrightsville Beach
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2010
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2010

About this map

Wrightsville Beach and the intricate barrier islands of New Hanover County are captured in this 2010 survey, illustrating a landscape defined by tidal creeks and coastal development. The map details the residential expansion of communities like Airlie, Seagate, and Masonboro, while highlighting the preserved expanse of Masonboro Island to the south. Educational infrastructure is prominent on the western edge, where several buildings of the University of North Carolina - Wilmington Campus are named, including Cultural Arts Building and Burney Center.

Maritime activity is central to the area's identity, with numerous facilities such as the Bridge Tender Marina, Dockside Marina, and Masonboro Boat Yard and Marina situated along the Intracoastal Waterway. The map traces the winding paths of Bradley Creek, Hewletts Creek, and Whiskey Creek as they feed into the sounds behind Shell Island and Harbor Island. This document serves as a detailed record of the transition between the established Wilmington suburbs and the dynamic Atlantic coastline.