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2013 Map of Efland

Name: 2013 Topographic Map of Efland
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2013
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2013

About this map

The unincorporated community of Efland serves as a central hub in this corridor between Mebane and Hillsborough, where interstate development meets older residential patterns. The landscape is characterized by a dense network of residential subdivisions and family-named tracts, such as Sunset Ridge, Perry Hills, and Stagecoach Forest, which have integrated into the Piedmont terrain. Many of these developments are centered around small water bodies, including Crystal Lake and Orange-Alamance Lake, reflecting the suburban expansion of the early 21st century.

Waterways like Sevenmile Cr and Turkey Hill Cr drain the area toward the Eno River, while landmarks like Turkey Hill and Sugar Ridge provide the relief that defines local geography. Modern land use is further illustrated by the presence of Flying Elephant Ranch and Seven Mills Farms, showcasing a mix of equestrian or agricultural holdings alongside established settlements like West Hillsborough and Cheeks Crossroads.