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1978 Map of Bug Island

Name: 1978 Topographic Map of Bug Island
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1978
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1978

About this map

The Altamaha River winds through a complex system of islands and backwater sloughs along the borders of Long, Wayne, and McIntosh counties. This 1978 survey highlights the intricate hydrology of the region, where the river creates distinct landforms like Boyles Island, Buck Island, and Dicks Island. Small settlements such as Paradise Park and Joyner sit near the water's edge, while the inland reaches are marked by landmarks like Union Ch near Gard Road.

The landscape is defined by its numerous named water bodies and river features, including Old Hell Lake, Gator Lake, and Double Yellow Bluff. Practical river crossings and access points are identified at Horse Ford and Old Landing, revealing how residents navigated the swamps before modern infrastructure. The presence of Barrington Road and Tibet Road indicates the established terrestrial transit routes that skirted the denser wetlands of the river basin.