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2016 Map of Salem

Name: 2016 Topographic Map of Salem
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2016
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2016

About this map

Salem sits at the heart of this coastal plain landscape, where the Salem River and its numerous tributaries like Fenwick Creek and Keasbeys Creek define the local geography. The map illustrates a region deeply connected to its waterways, from the Sinnickson Landing on the riverbank to the smaller settlements of Hancocks Bridge and Quinton further inland. These towns are linked by a dense network of country roads such as the Salem Woodstown Rd and Kings Hwy, reflecting centuries of development in Salem County.

Large expanses of wetlands, including Supawna Meadows and Abbots Meadow, highlight the transition between the developed town centers and the surrounding natural environment. Notable local landmarks like the Salem Airfield and historical burial grounds such as Evergreen Cem provide specific points of interest for those studying the area's social and industrial history. The presence of Mannington Mills and Woods Upper Mill suggests a long-standing reliance on local milling and manufacturing powered by the region's steady streams.