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2016 Map of Bennett

Name: 2016 Topographic Map of Bennett
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2016
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2016

About this map

Deep River carves a winding path through this central North Carolina landscape, where the rural communities of Bennett and Cheeks serve as local hubs. The terrain is defined by a dense network of tributaries including Richland Creek, Brush Creek, and Fork Creek, which once powered the agricultural and milling economy of the region. This economic history is preserved in the road names themselves, such as Lambeth Mill Rd and Lane Mill Rd, suggesting the historical importance of water-driven industry.

Genealogists and local historians can trace family landholdings and community focal points through numerous named thoroughfares. The map highlights significant local landmarks like Glovers Grove Church Rd and the intriguing Devils Tramping Ground Rd near the eastern border. This area represents a crossroads where the boundaries of Randolph, Chatham, and Moore counties meet, anchoring many generational family farms and homesteads.