1948 Map of Elizabeth City

About this map

Elizabeth City anchors the southwestern corner of this survey, where the Pasquotank River widens as it flows toward the sound. The mid-century landscape is defined by its relationship to water and timber, with the Norfolk Southern Railroad cutting a straight diagonal through the interior to connect rural depots like Belcross and Shawboro. To the north and east, the massive wetlands of the Dismal Swamp and Great Swamp dominate the topography, segmented by man-made waterways such as the Roland Creek Canal and Mill Run Canal. Smaller settlements like Indian Town, home to a Lumber Mill, suggest the local economic reliance on the surrounding forests. Along the eastern edge, the North River meanders through marshland, while the southern shoreline features localized recreational and residential spots like Texaco Beach near Shiloh.