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1957 Map of Laurinburg

Name: 1957 Topographic Map of Laurinburg
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1960
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1960

About this map

Laurinburg serves as the industrial and transport hub of Scotland County in the late 1950s, defined by the convergence of the Southern and Laurinburg And Southern railroads. The town's growth is reflected in residential developments like Middleton Heights, Lincoln Heights, and North View, while East Laurinburg stands distinct to the east. Local industry is anchored by the Gibson Mill and specialized infrastructure such as the Filtration Plant and the Radio Tower (WEWO).

The surrounding rural landscape of Laurel Hill and Stewartsville is dotted with community landmarks, including Shaw High Sch and Cool Spring Sch. Family heritage is preserved through numerous burial sites like Pate Cem, McFarland Cem, and Sullivan Cem. The drainage of Leith Creek and Jordan Creek provides a natural framework for the region's agricultural and social layout during this mid-century period.