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2016 Map of Kelly

Name: 2016 Topographic Map of Kelly
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2016
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2016

About this map

The Cape Fear River snakes through this low-lying stretch of Bladen and Columbus counties, defining a landscape shaped by slow-moving water and local industry. To the north, the settlement of Kelly is surrounded by a complex system of wetland features, including Lyon-Swamp Canal, Colly Swamp, and several named Carolina bays such as Otter Slide Bay and Burnt Bay. This drainage network historically supported the timber and naval stores industries that were vital to the regional economy.

South of the river, East Arcadia and Sandyfield sit along a road network that connects several family-oriented landmarks and historic sites. Genealogists will find interest in Graham Chapel Cem and Holmes Hill Cem, while points of interest like Locks Point and Kings Bluff mark significant riverside locations. The prevalence of features like White Oak Canal and Salt Marsh Ditch reflects the long-standing efforts to manage the water levels of this coastal plain terrain.