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1971 Map of Belews Lake

Name: 1971 Topographic Map of Belews Lake
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1994
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1994

About this map

The Dan River and Belews Lake define the geography of this North Carolina landscape, where the convergence of three counties—Stokes, Rockingham, and Forsyth—meets near industrial and agricultural hubs. The settlement of Pine Hall serves as a focal point along the Norfolk and Western railroad line, supported by nearby Claypits and a quarry. The impoundment of Belews Creek and West Belews Creek has created a significant reservoir, complete with a Powerplant and Substation infrastructure that transformed the local economy during the mid-20th century.

Local history and genealogy are well-represented by a dense network of rural landmarks, including Morning Star Ch, Withers Chapel, and Forest Chapel. The presence of several cemeteries and smaller communities like Camp Vaughn illustrates the settled nature of the river valleys before and after the reservoir's creation. Traces of earlier structures remain visible through labels for Ruins and older creek crossings like Reed Creek and Eurins Creek, providing a detailed look at the rural transition from traditional farming to utility-scale energy production.