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1972 Map of Macclenny NW

Name: 1972 Topographic Map of Macclenny NW
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1973
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1973

About this map

The North Prong St Marks River carves a winding path along the state line in this 1970s survey, marking a distinct boundary between Georgia and Florida. The landscape is defined by its low-lying wetlands and creek systems, including Joaquin Creek and Whales Flat Bay, which drain into the river's slow-moving course. In the southwestern corner, the Osceola National Forest provides a preserved expanse of pine and cypress terrain.

Local life at this time centered around isolated rural landmarks and small community nodes. Researchers can identify several congregational hubs, such as Moniac Ch and Pine Level Ch, along with the Taylor Sch. The map reveals a network of Jeep Trails cutting through the dense vegetation of Moccasin Bay, reflecting the era's primary means of traversing the swampy borderlands between Charlton and Baker counties.