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2013 Map of Jackson

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

USGS Topo · Published 2013

About this map

Jackson serves as a primary hub of settlement in this part of Northampton County, characterized by a grid of streets including Cemetery St and Railroad St. The landscape is defined by an intricate network of wetlands and water bodies, most notably the expansive Gumberry Swamp and Corduroy Swamp. These low-lying areas are fed by numerous creeks such as Ramsey Cr and Lilly Pond Cr, which weave through a region where agriculture and timber historically intersected with the natural drainage basins.

Smaller communities like Seaboard, Gumberry, and Pleasant Grove are connected by a web of rural routes, including Hargraves Rd and Buck Howell Rd. Distinctive local landmarks such as Boones Millpond and the curious Devils Racetrack suggest a long history of land use and naming traditions in this coastal plain environment. The presence of Taylors Millpond further highlights the historical importance of managed water resources for local industry and community life.