1957 Map of Goldsboro

About this map

The Seymour Johnson Air Force Base dominates the southern edge of Goldsboro in this late 1950s survey, marking a period of significant military presence and infrastructure expansion in Wayne County. To the east and west, the map details the suburban growth of neighborhoods like Webtown, Airboro, and Adamsville, while maintaining the distinct agricultural character of the surrounding countryside. This landscape is defined by the winding course of the Neuse River and its numerous tributaries, including Nahunta Swamp and Stony Creek, which historically dictated the placement of early mills and river-reliant industries.