2013 Map of Engelhard NW

About this map

Whipping Creek Lake and Swan Creek Lake sit within a coastal landscape defined by drainage and defense near the Alligator River. In this 2013 survey of northeastern North Carolina, the terrain is segmented by a strictly geometric network of roads and canals, characteristic of the region’s timber and agricultural water management. The presence of Airforce Lead Rd and the large circular clearing associated with Perimeter Rd suggests military or specialized government land use, with interior routes like Strafe Rd and Waters Rd indicating a highly organized, functional layout. To the south and east, the transition to open water is marked by Cumberland Cr and the Long Shoal River, showing the intricate boundary between the drained interior and the brackish sounds of Dare County.