1953 Map of Chadbourn
USGS Topo · Published 1955About this map
Chadbourn and Cerro Gordo serve as central hubs in this mid-century portrait of southeastern North Carolina, where the Atlantic Coast Line railroad dictates the rhythm of commerce and travel. The landscape is defined by an intricate network of Carolina bays—elliptical depressions such as Slender Bay, Rough Horn Bay, and Hell Cat Bay—that punctuate the low-lying terrain between the Lumber River and Big Swamp. These geological features, combined with the numerous landings like Aces Landing and Upper Buck Landing, illustrate the historical reliance on both water and rail for moving timber and agricultural goods.
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