The New River corridor and its associated drainage networks define the residential and natural landscape north of Jacksonville. This 2019 survey captures the modern expansion of suburban Onslow County, where established neighborhoods like Bell Fork and Hawkside sit alongside significant wetland environments. To the north, the terrain transitions into the dense hydrology of the White Oak Pocosin and Bachelors Delight Swamp, while settlements like Half Moon and Gum Branch represent the area's rural-to-residential evolution. Researchers can examine the intricate road network extending from Gum Branch Rd and the Quartz Ln area, which navigates through a complex system of local tributaries including Half Moon Creek and Sandy Run Br. The map also details local landmarks such as Onslow Memorial Park and the waterfront access at Morgan Bay, illustrating how the coastal topography of the North Carolina tidewater continues to shape community development.
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1943 · Jacksonville
USGS Topo · 1:62,500
1948 · Maple Hill
USGS Topo · 1:62,500
1948 · New River
USGS Topo · 1:62,500
1948 · Richlands
USGS Topo · 1:62,500
1952 · Camp Lejeune
USGS Topo · 1:24,000
1952 · Jacksonville South
USGS Topo · 1:24,000
1953 · Beaufort
USGS Topo · 1:250,000
1954 · Beaufort
USGS Topo · 1:250,000
1965 · Richlands
USGS Topo · 1:62,500
1972 · Beaufort
USGS Topo · 1:250,000