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2021 Map of Telegraph Swamp

Name: 2021 Topographic Map of Telegraph Swamp
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2021
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2021

About this map

Telegraph Swamp and its associated water systems dominate this South Florida landscape near the border of Charlotte and Lee counties. The map documents the intricate network of drainage and natural flow lines that define the region, including Telegraph Creek, Trout Cr, and the slow-moving waters of Bullhead Strand. Unlike the open wetlands to the north, the southwestern corner shows the modern imprint of the Babcock Ranch development, marked by a structured grid of residential infrastructure including Cypress Pkwy and Lake Babcock Dr.

This juxtaposition between the engineered landscape of the south and the hydrologic features like Clay Gully and Currys Lake to the north illustrates the ongoing evolution of the Florida interior. Local history and nature enthusiasts can trace the paths of specialized routes such as Bluebird Trail and Corkwood Bend Trail, which navigate the boundary between planned community spaces and the sprawling swamp systems.