2.1. State of Columbia

2.1. Description

The State of Columbia is roughly rectangular in shape and is bordered by the Atlantic Ocean and one State to the east, Canada to the north, Mexico to the south, and two States to the west. Columbia includes portions of three major natural regions of the United States: the Coastal Plain, the Liberty Plateau, and the Mineral Mountains. The Coastal Plain occupies about one-fifth of the State and rises gently to 500 feet from the Atlantic Ocean up to the Liberty Plateau. Included in the Coastal Plain are the Sea Islands off the coast of Columbia. The Liberty Plateau is an upland area that rises gradually from 400 feet to 1,200 feet along the northwestern edge. The Liberty Plateau is separated from the Coastal Plain by a major fault line. The Mineral Mountains in the northwestern corner of Liberty County meet the Liberty Plateau. This area of the county is a mountainous and mainly forested region. The land gradually flattens moving east in Columbia.

All of the major rivers in Columbia flow generally south and southeastward across the State to the Atlantic Ocean. The four major rivers in Columbia are the Turtle River, Roaring River, the Big Blue River, and the Lonely River. There are no large natural lakes in Columbia besides Wolf’s Lake on the northern border, but several large lakes have been created for hydroelectric power purposes. The largest lakes are Lake Kilgore, Lake George, Lake Modor, Deer Lake, East Lake, and Guilz Lake.

Columbia’s coastline extends 110 miles. However, if all bays, inlets, and islands are considered, the overall coastline measures 950 miles.

2.1.2. State Map

Example Map of fictitious State of Columbia showing Rivers/Creeks; Railroads; State Boundary; County, Port of Entry; Airports; State Routes; Interstates; and Lakes.

Figure 2.1. State of Columbia Map

2.1.3. Roaring River Tribal Community (RRTC)

RRTC has a population of 7,375 and is situated in the State of Columbia. It covers an area of about 1,200 square miles. It spans four counties: Liberty, Green, Kane, and Mineral. There are approximately 5,000 enrolled members living within the exterior boundaries of the reservation. The population remains fairly constant throughout the year with no seasonal shifts. The rest of the population (2,375) within the Tribal community is non-Tribal members who provide goods and services within the tribal area.

Example Map of fictitious Roaring River Tribal Community showing Lakes; Airports; Interstates; State Routes; Rivers/Creeks; Railroads; Parks; County Boundaries.

Figure 2.2. Roaring River Tribal Community Map

2.1. Columbia Population by Counties

The current population of Columbia is 2,694,412. This population is spread among counties including the population of 1,232,000 in major cities as follows:


County	Population (2010 Census)
Apple	22,000
Cass	76,000
George	124,500
Grand	550,000
Granite	130,000
Green	196,000
Hamilton	95,500
Johnson	87,000
Kane	75,000
Laye	85,000
Liberty	302,412
Lober	82,000
Mineral	26,000
Pine	545,000
Redstone	98,000
Stramford	145,000
Witcher	55,000
Total	2,694,412

Table 2.1. Columbia Population by Counties

2.2. Population by Major Cities in Columbia


City	County	Population (2010 Census)
Triangle	Cass	55,000
Porter	George	67,500
Metropolis	Grand	225,000
Jamestown	Granite	83,000
Monroe	Green	80,000
Zurich	Green	85,000
Clifton	Kane	60,000
Central City	Liberty	149,000
Capital City	Pine	265,000
Brooksville	Redstone	62,500
Tower Beach	Stramford	100,000
	Total	1,232,000

Table 2.2. Population of Major Cities in Columbia

2.1.5. Government

Columbia has the standard State-level political structure (Governor, Lieutenant Governor, Secretary of State, Attorney General, etc.). It also has a cabinet-level disaster preparedness and emergency response organization. The State maintains a State Office of Trade to support activities in its most important industries.

. Liberty County/Central City Emergency Operations Center Organization – Emergency Operations Center Support Team, Figure 8.5. Liberty County/Central City Emergency Operations Center Organization – Emergency Operations Center Support Team

Figure 2.3. State of Columbia Government Organizational Chart

2.1.5. Government - Image Description

1st level: Citizens of Columbia.

2nd level: Legislative, Executive Governor, and Judicial

The first part of the organizational chart is the Legislative level which includes the Senate and the House.

The second part of the organizational chart includes the Executive Governor. Under the Executive Governor is the Department of Homeland Security, Emergency Management, Secretary of State, Attorney General, and the National Guard.

The Lieutenant Governor reports to the Department of Homeland Security. Office of Trade and Office of Tourism both fall under the Lieutenant Governor.

Under the Secretary of State is the Cabinet. The following are under the Cabinet: Dept. of Labor, Dept. of Economic Development, Dept. of Revenue, Dept. of Transportation, Dept. of Wildlife & Fisheries, Dept. of Agriculture, Dept. of Environment Protection, Dept. of Public Safety, Dept. of Civil Service, Dept. of Social Services, Dept. of Veterans Affairs, Dept. of Treasury, State Health and Human Services Department, and Dept. of Natural Resources and Conservation

The final part of the organizational chart contains the judicial system which includes the Supreme Court, Circuit Court, and District Court.

2.1.1. Transportation

As benefits a trade nexus, Columbia has a rich network of State roads and Interstate highways. Interstate 102 (I-102) cuts across the State from northwest to southeast and connects Capital City in Pine County with Central City in Liberty County. The interstate continues east to Monroe where it follows the coast to the northeast. Interstate 107 (I-107) goes from the northern-most part of the State in George County south through Metropolis in Grand County to Central City in Liberty County. From Central City, I-107 continues south where it terminates in Bayport on Masland Island. Numerous, well maintained State roads connect population and recreation centers throughout the State. Rail lines also connect the major commercial and industrial areas of the State. In the northern part of the State, a commercial rail line connects Metropolis with Brooksville in the east, with Capital City in the southwest, and with States located west of Columbia. In the south, a rail line connects Central City with Monroe and Clifton to the east and northeast and with Bayport and Tower Beach to the southwest and south. Train traffic also is routed to Mexico through Tower Beach and to Canada through Hot Springs. Light rail systems support the transportation needs of Central City, Capital City, and Metropolis. Major seaports, an international airport, and several regional airports support the transportation needs of Columbia residents and businesses.

2.1.2. Airports

There are nine airports in Columbia. There is one international airport, four regional airports and four general aviation airports located in eight Columbia Counties.

2.1.3. International Airport

Liberty International Airport in Kingston includes a full international terminal handling both passengers and freight. Connecting flights connect Kingston with Capital City, Metropolis, and other regional airports through Columbia and the United States.

2.1.4. Regional Airports

Columbia regional airports are located in Monroe, Clifton, Capital City, and Metropolis. These airports handle both passengers and freight. All Columbia regional airports have connecting flights to Liberty International, Atlanta, and Cincinnati.

2.1.5. General Aviation Airports

Columbia general aviation airports are located near the towns of Annville, Wexler, Phillipboro, and Holdrese. These small single runway airports handle business and private planes from across the country but no commercial flights. They handle Federal Express (FedEx) and United Parcel Service (UPS) aircraft daily but no other regular freight.

2.1.6. Seaport

The Bayport Seaport is located on the eastern end of Masland Island. It has separate facilities for passenger and cargo vessels. During World War II (WWII), national strategic requirements resulted in the construction of an oil refinery in Bayport at the eastern tip of Masland Island. This refinery has recently received a major upgrade that increased its overall efficiency. There is a major fuel depot serving the mainland seaport on the outskirts of Fisherville.