1916 Map of Belhaven
USGS Topo · Published 1916About this map
The coastal plains of Beaufort and Hyde counties are dominated here by the expansive East Dismal Swamp and Pantego Swamp, revealing a landscape undergoing intensive drainage and lumbering at the start of the 20th century. The Norfolk Southern RR and a dedicated Lumber RR penetrate the wetlands, connecting remote sidings like Sixteenmile Siding and Johnson Siding to the port at Belhaven. The map documents a transition from wild marsh to managed timberland, marked by an intricate network of canals including the Intercepting Canal and Broad Creek Canal.
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Editions of this 1916 Belhaven Map
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Historical Maps of Belhaven Through Time
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