1945 Map of Forbes Island
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1945 Map of Forbes Island

USGS Topo · Published 1945

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The Apalachicola River corridor serves as the primary artery through this wet, alluvial landscape, defined by a labyrinth of secondary waterways and low-lying islands. While the river itself flows along the eastern margin, its influence extends westward through the Brothers River and intricate cuts like the Brickyard Cut off. This mid-century survey reveals a working river economy characterized by numerous private and commercial landings such as Willis Landing, Brickyard Landing, and Smith Creek Landing. Inland, the terrain transitions into the dense Indian Swamp, where human activity is marked by seasonal or industrial outposts like Lister Camp and Kenny Camp. The eastern bank is dominated by the Apalachicola National Forest, preserving a primitive landscape of creeks like Poplar Br and Fort Gadsden Creek before they reach the main channel.


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Map Details

Date Portrayed1945
Date Published1945
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:31,680
Physical Dimensions17 x 20.9 inches

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