2019 Map of Grifton

About this map

Grifton sits at the confluence of the Neuse River and Contentnea Creek, anchoring a landscape defined by the intricate hydrology of the coastal plain. This 2019 survey captures the transition from the town center to the surrounding wetlands and agricultural tracts, where names like Eagle Swamp and Jacks Slough reflect the low-lying character of the terrain. The map details a complex network of artificial drainage systems, including the Alligator Canal, Rhem Canal, and Buckleberry Canal, which have historically managed the water table for timber and farming. Local landmarks such as Oak Bridge and Clark Field appear alongside the smaller settlement of Closs, illustrating the dispersed residential patterns between the river bends and creek bottoms. The presence of numerous named branches, such as Bone Gray Br and Harrys Br, highlights the fine-grained water network that dictates land use across this portion of Lenoir and Pitt counties.