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Old Maps of Carteret County, North Carolina for Academic Research

Study the evolution of Carteret County with 211 high-resolution historic maps. Whether you're teaching, researching, or modeling changes in land use, these maps provide essential visual documentation of urban, environmental, and geographic change.

  • Analyze long-term change: Track patterns in development, transportation, and natural features.
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These maps are a powerful tool for teaching, research, and visualizing how Carteret County has changed over the decades.

Carteret County, NC maps

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  1. 1942 Map of Maysville
    1942 Map of Maysville
    1942 Maysville
    1942 Print · USGS
    Coastal North Carolina during the early years of the war is captured here through its networks of swamp forests and river settlements. Genealogists and local historians can trace the rural landscape through White Oak Sch, the Hadnot Ch, and rail stops along the Atlantic Coast Line Railroad.
  4. 1942 Map of Swansboro
    1942 Map of Swansboro
    1942 Swansboro
    1942 Print · USGS
    The North Carolina coast during the early 1940s reveals a world of intricate waterways and family-named landings before mid-century development. Genealogists and historians can trace old sites like Snead Ferry, Willis Landing, and the inland hub of Whitehouse Forks.
  7. 1948 Map of Maysville
    1948 Map of Maysville
    1948 Maysville
    1948 Print · USGS
    Coastal North Carolina's river-fed lowlands come to life in this late-forties survey of the Jones and Onslow county borderlands. Genealogists and local historians can trace the rural landscape from Polloksville down to Stella, locating landmarks like Tabernacle Sch and Lees Ch.
  10. 1948 Map of Swansboro
    1948 Map of Swansboro
    1948 Swansboro
    1948 Print · USGS
    Coastal North Carolina's maritime character is preserved here in the late 1940s, centered on the historic waterfront at Swansboro. Researchers can trace the legacy of tidal commerce through numerous family-named sites like Willis Landing and Great Neck Landing.
  13. 1948 Map of Portsmouth, 1976 Print
    1948 Map of Portsmouth, 1976 Print
    1948 Portsmouth
    1976 Print · USGS
    The Outer Banks at Portsmouth Island are captured here during the mid-1940s, showing a remote maritime community before modern coastal changes. Trace the docks at Portsmouth, find navigation aids like Shell Castle, and locate the ferry routes that linked these isolated shoals.
    2 unique versions available
  16. 1948 Map of North Bay, 1976 Print
    1948 Map of North Bay, 1976 Print
    1948 North Bay
    1976 Print · USGS
    Coastal Carteret County is captured here in the late 1940s, showing the intricate marshlands and islands between the sound and the bay. Researchers can trace old routes like Cedar Island Road to Goodwin Hills and Sandy Landing.
  19. 1948 Map of Oriental, 1992 Print
    1948 Map of Oriental, 1992 Print
    1948 Oriental
    1992 Print · USGS
    The coastal waters of Pamlico County meet the riverfront during the post-war era, showing the maritime heart of the region. Local historians can trace the growth of Oriental and locate rural landmarks like Pilgrim Chapel, Whortonsville, and Bethel Ch.
  22. 1949 Map of Beaufort, 1964 Print
    1949 Map of Beaufort, 1964 Print
    1949 Beaufort
    1964 Print · USGS
    Coastal Carteret County comes alive in the late 1940s, showing the developing waterfronts of Morehead City and Beaufort. Genealogists and historians can trace local landmarks like Bay View Cem, Fort Macon, and the Atlantic and East Carolina rail line.
    6 unique versions available
  25. 1949 Map of Atlantic, 1972 Print
    1949 Map of Atlantic, 1972 Print
    1949 Atlantic
    1972 Print · USGS
    The Carteret County coast in the late 1940s reveals a landscape of isolated marshland settlements and expanding military airfields. Genealogists and historians can trace family sites like Gilgo Cem or Roe School and locate the early layout of Atlantic Field.
    2 unique versions available
  28. 1949 Map of Styron Bay, 1974 Print
    1949 Map of Styron Bay, 1974 Print
    1949 Styron Bay
    1974 Print · USGS
    The barrier islands and sound-side marshes of North Carolina are captured here just after the war, when the coastal landscape was defined by tide and channel. Trace the thin line of human presence along Portsmouth Bank S, from the Coast Guard Sta to the Carteret Rod and Gun Club.
    2 unique versions available
  31. 1949 Map of Point Of Marsh, 1976 Print
    1949 Map of Point Of Marsh, 1976 Print
    1949 Point Of Marsh
    1976 Print · USGS
    The coastal marshes of Carteret County are documented here in the late 1940s, showing the meeting of the Neuse River and Pamlico Sound. Maritime researchers can trace the shoreline of Piney Island and locate remote navigation aids like Point of Marsh Lt and Cedar Island Bay Lt.
    3 unique versions available
  34. 1949 Map of Long Bay, 1983 Print
    1949 Map of Long Bay, 1983 Print
    1949 Long Bay
    1983 Print · USGS
    Coastal Carteret County at mid-century is a network of tidal guts and marshes, from Piney Island to the Cedar Island refuge. Local historians can trace family markers at Isaiah Cem and find early maritime sites like Votive Camp and Cedar Island Light.
    2 unique versions available
  37. 1949 Map of Merrimon, 1983 Print
    1949 Map of Merrimon, 1983 Print
    1949 Merrimon
    1983 Print · USGS
    Coastal life in mid-century North Carolina centered on the intricate waterways of the Neuse River and the Intracoastal route. Genealogists can trace family footprints through rural landmarks like Reels Chapel, Oak Grove Ch, and the Adams Creek Sch.
  40. 1949 Map of Newport, 1983 Print
    1949 Map of Newport, 1983 Print
    1949 Newport
    1983 Print · USGS
    Coastal Carteret County in the late 1940s is captured here at the edge of the great coastal forests and tidal rivers. Genealogists can trace the environs of Newport, finding specific local landmarks like Hymans Chapel, the Newport Cem, and the Prison Camp.
  43. 1949 Map of Salter Path, 1983 Print
    1949 Map of Salter Path, 1983 Print
    1949 Salter Path
    1983 Print · USGS
    The North Carolina coast comes into focus during the mid-century as traditional fishing villages and early barrier island developments began to expand. Trace family history and coastal change through Salter Path, Indian Beach, and the inland reaches of Broad Creek.
  46. 1949 Map of Williston, 1984 Print
    1949 Map of Williston, 1984 Print
    1949 Williston
    1984 Print · USGS
    The coastal hamlets of eastern North Carolina are captured here in the mid-forties, showing the maritime rhythm of life along Core Sound. Genealogists can trace family roots through the settlements of Otway, Bettie, and Smyrna, and find landmarks like Woodville Church.
  49. 1949 Map of Harkers Island, 1984 Print
    1949 Map of Harkers Island, 1984 Print
    1949 Harkers Island
    1984 Print · USGS
    The maritime communities of Carteret County are shown here during the late 1940s as traditional fishing villages and barrier islands. Researchers can trace family-named landmarks and coastal infrastructure from Gaskill Landing and Straits to the remote reaches of Shackleford Banks.
    2 unique versions available
  52. 1949 Map of South River, 1984 Print
    1949 Map of South River, 1984 Print
    1949 South River
    1984 Print · USGS
    Coastal Carteret County is defined by its deep estuaries and low-lying woods in the mid-twentieth century. Genealogists and historians can trace the remote settlement of Lukens and the South River community near landmarks like the South River Light and Turnpike Road.
  55. 1949 Map of Mansfield, 1984 Print
    1949 Map of Mansfield, 1984 Print
    1949 Mansfield
    1984 Print · USGS
    Coastal Carteret County comes alive in this mid-century survey as Morehead City and Mansfield grow alongside the Bogue Sound. Genealogists and historians can trace mainland landmarks like St Marks Chapel or early development on the banks at Atlantic Beach.
  58. 1949 Map of Davis, 1984 Print
    1949 Map of Davis, 1984 Print
    1949 Davis
    1984 Print · USGS
    Coastal Carteret County at mid-century is a landscape of maritime villages and expansive sound waters. Genealogists and historians can trace family locations near Stacey Cemetery, explore the docks at Davis Landing, or locate the Stacy School.
    2 unique versions available
  61. 1949 Map of Core Creek, 1984 Print
    1949 Map of Core Creek, 1984 Print
    1949 Core Creek
    1984 Print · USGS
    Coastal Carteret County is mapped here in the mid-twentieth century as the maritime and timber economies shaped the shoreline. Genealogists and local researchers can trace early homesteads and community life through Crab Point Village, Tattles Grove Ch, and the Barge Landing Basin.
    2 unique versions available
  64. 1949 Map of Masontown, 1984 Print
    1949 Map of Masontown, 1984 Print
    1949 Masontown
    1984 Print · USGS
    Coastal North Carolina's pocosin wilderness and expanding rail-side settlements are captured here in the late 1940s. Genealogists and historians can trace the development of Havelock, Masontown, and Camp Bryan along the Atlantic and East Carolina railroad.
  67. 1950 Map of Horsepen Point
    1950 Map of Horsepen Point
    1950 Horsepen Point
    1950 Print · USGS
    The North Carolina Outer Banks appear in their mid-century state, showing the narrow ribbon of Core Banks and the marshy expanse of Core Sound. Genealogists and maritime historians can trace family-named coastal features like Guthrie Hammock, Lewis Island, and Rawson Cr.
  70. 1950 Map of Portsmouth
    1950 Map of Portsmouth
    1950 Portsmouth
    1950 Print · USGS
    The Outer Banks village of Portsmouth is captured at mid-century, before it was completely vacated. Genealogists and maritime historians can trace the foundations of this island community and landmarks like Shell Castle, The High Hills, and Beacon Island.
    2 unique versions available
  73. 1950 Map of Long Bay
    1950 Map of Long Bay
    1950 Long Bay
    1950 Print · USGS
    The Carteret County coast at mid-century was a wilderness of tidal marshes and remote island outposts. Researchers can trace historical navigation points like Cedar Island Light, the Isaiah Cem, and early camps such as Velvee Camp.
    2 unique versions available
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