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2012 Map of Forbes Island

Name: 2012 Topographic Map of Forbes Island
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2012
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2012

About this map

The Apalachicola River corridor dominates this 2012 survey, revealing a landscape defined by its intricate network of waterways and remote landings. The river's winding course is accompanied by the Brothers River and several cut-offs, creating isolated land masses such as Forbes Island and Downes Island. This area in Franklin County serves as a vital point for river navigation and local transport, as evidenced by the numerous named landings including Brickyard Landing, Smith Creek Landing, and Willis Landing.

Settlement patterns are sparse, primarily clustered around river access points and small encampments like Lister Camp. Away from the water, a network of rural roads such as Old Bay City Rd and Sauls Creek Rd provides access to the interior. Genealogical interest is anchored by the Brown and Smith Cem located near Brickyard, while industrial history is reflected in the dredging and channel features like Brickyard Cut Off.