Blades, DE
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- 12 ft USGS GNIS community points and 3DEP elevation · GNIS 2026-07-06; USGS 3DEP sampled 2026-07-23
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Tucked along the south bank of the Nanticoke River, Blades is a peaceful, close-knit Sussex County community with an easygoing rhythm. The town got its start in the 1850s when railroad worker James Blades opened a local general store, and that down-to-earth neighborhood feel still defines the area today. Residents enjoy quiet streets, easy access to the water, and a relaxed small-town pace, with all the everyday conveniences, restaurants, and healthcare of neighboring Seaford just a quick drive across the bridge.
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