Kent Narrows

This article is about the body of water. For the community, see Kent Narrows, Maryland.
Aerial view of the Kent Narrows
Kent Narrows as seen from Kent Island

The Kent Narrows, also known as Kent Island Narrows and to local residents simply as the Narrows, is a waterway that connects the Chester River with the Eastern Bay and also separates Kent Island from the Delmarva Peninsula. It runs through the community of Kent Narrows, Maryland. The Kent Narrows was originally shallow and surrounded by marsh. A causeway was built across it in 1826, but was removed in 1876 when the channel was dredged.[1] Today the Kent Narrows continues to be dredged regularly. The area has traditionally been a location for seafood packing and restaurants.

Bridges

The Kent Narrows Bridge (rear) and the Waterman's Memorial Bridge (front) at Kent Narrows

Several bridges, both part of roads and the Queen Anne's Railroad, have crossed the Kent Narrows in the past. Currently, two road bridges cross the Kent Narrows.

References

Coordinates: 38°58′19″N 76°14′50″W / 38.97194°N 76.24722°W / 38.97194; -76.24722


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