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2013 Map of Lake Norman South

Name: 2013 Topographic Map of Lake Norman South
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2013
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2013

About this map

The Lake Norman shoreline dominates this area, shaped by the massive impoundment of the Catawba River that defines the local geography. The landscape is a complex network of peninsulas and inlets, where recreation and residential growth intersect with the region's agricultural past. Significant landmarks like the Cowans Ford Overlook and the various marinas, including Ranger Island Marina and Holiday Harbor, illustrate the area's transformation into a major water-based hub.

South of the dam, the terrain transitions toward the upper reaches of Mountain Island Lake and the winding course of McDowell Cr. Traces of the older landscape persist in names like Cookson Dairy Farm and Hicks Crossroads, while the southern portion of the map identifies Allison Ferry and The Neck, points of historical transit along the river. This survey provides a precise view of the modern shoreline, documenting the islands—such as Sifford Island and Cowans Ford Island—that were created or isolated by the rising waters.