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2011 Map of Preston

Name: 2011 Topographic Map of Preston
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2011
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2011

About this map

The Choptank River carves a winding path through this Eastern Shore landscape, defining the boundaries of local life near the turn of the 21st century. The town of Preston sits as a central hub, surrounded by smaller historical settlements such as Bethlehem, Linchester, and Beulah. This area is particularly dense with sites of genealogical interest, including the Maryland Veterans Cemetery and the notable Linchester Mill, which speaks to the region's long-standing agricultural and milling heritage.

Along the waterways, place names like Wrights Wharf, Back Landing, and Suicide Bridge reflect the area's deep maritime connections and local lore. The land is organized around several necks of land, such as Frazier Neck and Cabin Creek Neck, which are framed by smaller tributaries including Marsh Creek and Hunting Creek. From the Bethlehem Post Office to the quiet grounds of Coppins Chapel Cemetery, the map captures a rural Maryland community shaped by its proximity to the water and its agricultural roots.