2018 Map of Orangedale

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Saint Johns River frontage defines the southwestern edge of this landscape, where the settlement of Orangedale sits near the riverbank. This 2018 survey reveals a modern suburban expansion pushing into the interior of the St. Johns and Duval County line, particularly around Fruit Cove and Pine Bluff. Despite the growth of planned communities like those along Longleaf Pine Pkwy, large tracts of the natural Florida lowlands remain, including Big Island Swamp and Flat Swamp. Historical crossing points such as Blacks Ford and Whites Ford are noted along the slow-moving drainages of Trout Creek and Molasses Branch. In the eastern portion, the Sampson area retains its identity with the Sampson Cem and proximity to Sampson Creek, reflecting the older rural character that existed before the surrounding subdivisions were established.