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2019 Map of Askin

Name: 2019 Topographic Map of Askin
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2019
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2019

About this map

The Neuse River dominates this landscape north of New Bern, carving a wide path through the marshy lowlands of Craven County. Along its northeastern bank, the river creates complex landforms like Hog Island, Marsh Island, and the sandy stretch of Gatlin Beach. The interaction between the river and its tributaries, such as Swift Creek and Bachelor Creek, defines the geography of the region, where numerous swamps like Morgan Swamp and Fisher Swamp separate small, dispersed communities.

Settlement patterns follow the high ground and established thoroughfares. The map detail shows clusters at Washington Forks and Bridgeton, while smaller hamlets like Askin, Woodrow, and Forest are connected by a network of rural routes. Economic activity is hinted at through features like the Mill Pond and the extensive Branch Canal Rd, reflecting the historical reliance on water management and timber in these coastal plains. The proximity of Dickerson and Rowes Corner further illustrates the established crossroads and small-town centers that characterize this part of North Carolina.