2011 Map of Catfish Lake

About this map

Catfish Lake and its surrounding wetlands define this coastal landscape south of New Bern. This 2011 survey illustrates a region dominated by hydrologic features and a sparse network of forest roads. The area is characterized by large, shallow lakes, including Great Lake and Long Lake, which are interconnected by various creek systems and drainage prongs. The map traces the upper reaches of Brice Creek, with both the West Prong Brice Creek and East Prong Brice Creek carving through the low-lying terrain. Human infrastructure is limited to a grid of service roads and designated routes such as Catfish Lake Rd and Black Swamp Rd. The presence of Catfish Farm Rd suggests the local land use patterns and agricultural history of this swampy environment, which remains largely undeveloped and focused on water management and conservation.