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2010 Map of Southport

Name: 2010 Topographic Map of Southport
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2010
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2010

About this map

Fort Caswell anchors the southern tip of this coastal survey, where the Cape Fear River meets the Atlantic Ocean. The landscape is defined by the intricate marshlands and tidal creeks of the Cape Fear delta, including Dutchman Creek, Walden Creek, and the waters surrounding Buck Island. This 2010 edition documents the residential expansion of communities like Saint James and the established waterfront character of Southport, where the Southport Marina and Southport Light One serve as vital maritime markers.

Navigational history and military infrastructure are prominent, from the Sunny Point Army Terminal railroad to the Oak Island Lighthouse and the Smith Island Rear Range. Local heritage is preserved at sites like the Brunswick County Home, Bethel Cemetery, and Smith Cemetery. The map also captures the recreational geography of the barrier islands, spanning from Long Beach and Yaupon Beach to Caswell Beach, providing a clear look at the region's shoreline prior to later decade shifts.