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2011 Map of Efland

Name: 2011 Topographic Map of Efland
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2011
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2011

About this map

The Eno River winds through the eastern portion of this Piedmont landscape, which is defined by a series of residential developments and rural crossroads in the early 21st century. The settlement of Efland serves as a central point of reference, situated near the headwaters of McGowan Creek and Sevenmile Creek. The map documents a blend of traditional agricultural heritage and modern suburban growth, evidenced by the proximity of Cheeks Crossroads to newer neighborhoods like Stagecoach Forest and Perry Hills.

Water management is prominent throughout the area, with numerous small reservoirs including Orange-Alamance Lake, Crystal Lake, and Masons Pond. Genealogists and local historians can locate the Cross Roads Cemetery in the southeast, while recreational and specialized land uses are marked by Camp Chestnut Ridge, the Rice Airfarm, and the Flying Elephant Ranch. This transition from field and forest to distinct residential clusters like Sunset Ridge and Garland Acres illustrates the region's evolving spatial character.