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2023 Map of Preston

Name: 2023 Topographic Map of Preston
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2023
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2023

About this map

The Choptank River carves a deep, winding path through this region of the Eastern Shore, defining the boundaries between Caroline, Talbot, and Dorchester counties. The landscape is characterized by prominent necks and points, such as Frazier Neck, Hunting Creek Neck, and Cabin Creek Neck, which reflect the historical reliance on these waterways for transport and trade. Small settlements like Preston and Bethlehem serve as inland hubs, connected by a network of rural roads that skirt the numerous creeks and marshes.

Local heritage is deeply embedded in the land, visible through several legacy burial grounds including Coppins Chapel and the Eastern Shore Veterans Cem. At Barkers Ferry, the map marks a traditional crossing point where the river narrows between Caroline and Talbot counties. The distribution of small communities like Linchester and Ellwood alongside water features like Hunting Creek and Marsh Creek illustrates the enduring settlement patterns of this tidewater environment.