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1993 Map of Hickory

Name: 1993 Topographic Map of Hickory
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1996
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1996

About this map

Lenoir Rhyne College serves as a prominent educational anchor in the northern portion of this map, reflecting the academic and cultural growth of Hickory during the late 20th century. The landscape is defined by the convergence of the Henry Fork and Jacob Fork, which join to form the South Fk Catawba River at the southern edge of the survey. Significant suburban expansion is visible in purple revisions, reaching toward communities like Viewmont, Longview, and Startown.

Genealogical interest is high throughout the area, with numerous family-named landmarks and historic burial grounds preserved amidst the development. Oakwood Cemetery, Old Robinson Cem, and Ridgeway Cem are mapped near the city center, while rural outposts like Cem Bethel Ch and Bethlehem Ch Cem mark older congregational centers. Transportation and recreation are highlighted by the presence of the Hickory Speedway and the Catawba Valley Technical Institute, illustrating a region transitioning from its textile and agricultural roots into a modern regional hub.