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2018 Map of Hatchbend

Name: 2018 Topographic Map of Hatchbend
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2018
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2018

About this map

The Suwannee River carves a winding path through this North Florida landscape, marking the natural boundary between Gilchrist, Lafayette, and Dixie counties. This 2018 survey documents a region characterized by its hydrogeology, featuring named springs like Fletcher Spring, Rock Bluff Spring, and Guaranto Spring. These springs are critical components of the local watershed, feeding into the river system alongside expansive wetlands such as Careless Prairie and Tomlinson Prairie.

Settlement patterns are concentrated around the unincorporated communities of Hatchbend, Andyville, and Little Lake City. Genealogists will find several notable burial sites, including Old Hatchbend Cem, Townsend Cem, and Wards Cem. The presence of Shady Bend Airport and several landings along the river suggest the area's continued reliance on both small-scale aviation and water access for transportation and recreation in the early 21st century.