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2013 Map of Samburg

Name: 2013 Topographic Map of Samburg
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2013
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2013

About this map

The waters of Reelfoot Lake dominate this western Tennessee landscape, where the town of Samburg serves as a primary hub for lake access. The intricate network of towheads, bars, and sloughs reveals a highly complex aquatic environment, featuring named spots like Nix Towhead, Brewers Bar, and the expansive Grassy Island. Local commerce and recreation are centered around the water, evidenced by landmarks such as Straders Boat Dock and Millers Boat Dock, which support the fishing and boating activities essential to the region's character.

Moving inland from the wetlands, small communities and landings like Walnut Log and Spout Springs dot the terrain near the winding course of Bayou du Chien. The presence of Roneys Store and various family-named camps, including Grays Camp and Bryants Camp, highlights the area's long-standing tradition as a sporting and residential destination. The map also traces various drainage features such as Reading House Slough and Long Arm Ditch, which manage the low-lying bottomlands typical of this river-influenced geography.