2020 Map of Oak Level

About this map

The Ogeechee River and the Intracoastal Waterway define the coastal geography of this section of Georgia, where the river meets the Florida Passage. This 2020 map documents the transition from the upland settlements of Oak Level and Fancy Hall to the intricate network of tidal creeks and marshes. The landscape is characterized by a series of significant landmasses including Ossabaw Island, Bear Island, and Queen Bess Island, separated by water bodies like Kilkenny Creek and Bear River. Local road networks such as Bryan Neck Rd and Kilkenny Rd connect the inland areas to riverside locations like Kilkenny Bluff. The complex hydrography, featuring names like Skipper Narrows and Big Tom Creek, illustrates the dynamic estuarine environment of the Sea Islands region. This survey captures the layout of modern communities like Buckhead alongside the historical island geography of Belle Isle and Cubbage Island.