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2013 Map of Aurora

Name: 2013 Topographic Map of Aurora
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2013
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2013

About this map

Aurora serves as the primary hub of this Beaufort County landscape, situated near the headwaters of several coastal tributaries. The northern reaches of the map are defined by the massive Texasgulf Phosphate Operation, a significant industrial footprint that neighbors the wide waters of South Creek. The surrounding area is a network of small, rural settlements and points, including Bonnerton, Edward, and Small, each linked by a grid of local roads and state routes like NC-33.

The geography is heavily influenced by the low-lying drainage systems of the Inner Banks, where Whitehurst Cr, Bailey Cr, and Jacks Cr carve through the terrain. Notable coastal landmarks such as Silverthorn Point and Holland Point reach into the creek, while inland, the Beacham Savanna and wetlands like Broomfield Swamp Cr characterize the natural environment. This 2013 survey provides a detailed look at the interface between heavy industry and the quiet crossroads communities of coastal North Carolina.