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Adams Island was once an island in Massachusetts.
It was once part of Tuckernuck. In the 1890's the westernmost part of Tuckernuck extended almost to Muskeget, and therefore was a barrier beach, protecting the Gravel Islands, Western Dry Shoal, and Little Gull Island.
The island became separated from Tuckernuck in 1902, when the Haulover Noreaster severed it from Tuckernuck. Another island, Tombolo, was also created. In 1907, Adams almost became attached to Muskeget, but didn't because there is a small deep channel separating Adams from Muskeget.
In 1910, Adams was shortened due to a tropical storm, and a nor'easter. By 1920, Adams was less than a quarter mile long. In 1950, a little less than 10 yards of it remained. By 1980, it was gone forever.
By boat, one can access Tuckernuck from Madaket, or from Nantucket itself.
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