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2013 Map of Four Oaks

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

USGS Topo · Published 2013

About this map

Four Oaks serves as the central hub for this Johnston County landscape, situated where major transit corridors intersect a complex network of wetlands and creeks. The town's proximity to Holts Lake and Massengill Mill Pond reflects a long history of water management and local industry in the Coastal Plain. The surrounding countryside is dotted with established crossroads and rural clusters including Durham Corners, Allens Crossroads, and Spilona, which reveal the traditional settlement patterns of the region.

The terrain is defined by extensive drainage systems like Juniper Swamp, Sassarixa Swamp, and Beaverdam Swamp. These hydrologic features necessitated the numerous crossings shown on the map, such as Hockaday Bridge, Lee Bridge, and Parker Bridge over Hannah Creek. This interplay between the swampy lowlands and the developing road network highlights the logistical challenges and agricultural character of the area in the early 21st century.