1975 Map of Faison

About this map

Faison serves as the primary hub in this mid-1970s landscape, situated along the Seaboard Coast Line railroad in the northeastern corner of the sheet. The map documents a predominantly agrarian environment defined by a dense network of low-lying waterways, including Tenmile Swamp, Six Runs Creek, and Mill Swamp. These drainage systems dictate the placement of small rural settlements and crossroads such as Hargrove Crossroads, Poplar Grove, and Hatcher. Local community life is evidenced by numerous country churches and schools, including St Gabriels Ch, Hill Chapel, and the Hargrove Sch. The topography is notably flat, with many small cemeteries—simply labeled Cem—tucked away near family home sites and church grounds. This survey provides a clear view of the Sampson and Duplin county line as it existed before significant modern expansion, preserving the location of farmstead field lines and rural infrastructure.