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NATURAL LANDMARK BRIEF 



Site: 



Sunny Point Limestone Sinks, Brunswick County 

 North Carolina 

 Description: 



ITiere are five ponds in the recommended group. They 

 range from about one-half acre to almost five acres. The 

 ponds are of disputed origin (commonly called limestone 

 sinks), are limited to the southeastern states, and, and 

 many are being drained or destroyed by development. They 

 comprise a unique ecosystem with a diverse and interesting 

 flora. Many species of aquatic plants appear to be 

 restricted to these ponds. Ponds in southeastern North 

 Carolina contain several plants on the proposed U. S. rare 

 and endangered species lists. 

 Ownership: 



The recommended ponds are located entirely within the 

 boundaries of the Sunny Point Military Ocean Terminal owned 

 by the United States Army. 

 Proposed by: 



Theme/Subtherae classification 6, 24, 32/Dc, Eab , Ra 

 Significance: 



The major significance of this very limited aquatic 

 ecosystem is the unique flora. These ponds contain several 

 species of rare plants with very restricted ranges. 



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