Shoreline characterization

Using the map below, navigate around the Islands to explore the following shoreline types:

  • Developed shoreline: Non-residential

  • Developed shoreline: Residential

  • Undeveloped shoreline: Bank / bluff

  • Undeveloped shoreline: Beach

Navigate the map below by using the + and - to Zoom, or the search box to find a specific location. Select the >> button in the upper lefthand corner to select or deselect layers (showing different years and different categories), and to view the map’s legend. Use the blue tabs at the top of this page to navigate to other interactive maps. Click here to learn more about the data that was used.