2016 Map of Derita

About this map

The Norfolk Southern rail line serves as a central spine through this North Carolina landscape, connecting industrial hubs like Atando Junction with the historic settlements of Croft, Derita, and the northern edge of Charlotte. The area is notably dense with community history, evidenced by a high concentration of sacred sites and burying grounds. Genealogists will find many significant landmarks including the Sugar Creek Burying Ground, Jonahville Cem, and the Independence Hill Church Cem. The terrain is shaped by the headwaters of several drainages, including Mallard Cr and Little Sugar Cr, while the presence of the Derita Mineral Spring points to the local hydrological history of the region. This 2016 survey documents a landscape where traditional small-town centers like Huntersville interface with modern infrastructure and suburban growth.