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2019 Map of Rich Square

Name: 2019 Topographic Map of Rich Square
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2019
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2019

About this map

Rich Square serves as a central hub in this part of Northampton County, where state routes 305, 258, and 561 converge. The settlement pattern reflects a long history of agriculture and community centers, with nearby towns like Lasker and Woodland connected by a network of rural roads. To the west, Bryantown and the northern junction at Lassiter Crossroads anchor the smaller residential clusters.

The landscape is defined by its extensive wetlands, which have historically shaped local movement and development. The intricate drainages of Bear Swamp, Urahaw Swamp, and Quarter Swamp weave through the terrain, while Bridgers Cr and Cutawhiskie Cr provide natural drainage to the south and east. These lowland features stand in contrast to the developed corridors, illustrating how the region's geography dictated the placement of homesteads and timber operations.