1978 Map of Gold Sand

About this map

Gold Sand and its surrounding rural landscapes are captured here at the end of the 1970s, documenting a region defined by scattered farming communities and small crossroads. The boundary between Warren and Franklin County follows the winding path of Shocco Creek and Little Shocco Creek in the north, while the southern terrain is drained by the branches of Sandy Creek. This area is rich in community landmarks that serve as vital links for genealogists and local historians, including the Mountain Grove Ch near Alert and the Jones Chapel Ch situated between the primary settlements. The map illustrates a social fabric anchored by small rural institutions like the Gold Sand Sch and Best Sch, alongside several smaller churches such as Hickory Grove Ch and Mt Zion Ch that have long served these North Carolina townships.