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2011 Map of Altamaha Sound

Name: 2011 Topographic Map of Altamaha Sound
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2011
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2011

About this map

Altamaha Sound and the surrounding labyrinth of tidal marshes define this coastal landscape where the Altamaha River meets the Atlantic Ocean. The area is characterized by a complex network of waterways, including the Intracoastal Waterway, Hampton River, and the South Altamaha River, which separate numerous barrier islands and interior hammocks. On the southern edge of the sound, Little Saint Simons Island and Egg Island sit across from Wolf Island, which is bordered by Doboy Sound to the north.

Local landmarks such as Butler Point and Cannons Point reflect the historical significance of the river's lower reaches. Inland, the map documents small access routes like Cannon Point Dr and Lawrence Rd, which provide entry into the developed portions of the islands. This transition from the deep channels of Darien River to the shallow, marshy reaches of Crooked Creek and Beacon Creek illustrates the dynamic nature of the Georgia coastline in the early 21st century.