2010 Map of Fairfield NW

About this map

Gum Neck and Kilkenny anchor this landscape along the intricate waterways of Tyrrell County, where the transition from land to water is defined by the winding course of the Alligator River. The map highlights a complex network of coastal drainages and human intervention, most notably seen in the Pungo-River-Alligator-River-Canal that cuts across the southeastern quadrant. This engineering feat, alongside local landmarks like Cherry Ridge Landing and Kilkenny Landing, illustrates the historical reliance on these waters for transport and commerce. Small settlements are connected by a grid of rural roads, including Overswamp Rd and S Gum Neck Rd, while the natural shoreline is punctuated by prominent features such as Bonnet Point and Piney Point. The diverging paths of the Southwest Fork Alligator River and the Northwest Fork Alligator River further demonstrate the tidal complexity of this coastal North Carolina environment.