2016 Map of Leland

About this map

Leland and Navassa anchor this survey of the low-lying wetlands and riverine corridors where the Cape Fear River and Black River converge. The landscape is defined by an intricate network of waterways, including Field Creek, Hood Creek, and the Lyon Thorofare, which isolate numerous named landmasses like Raccoon Island and Roan Island. This 2016 data shows the continued significance of the CSX rail corridor, which serves the established communities of Malmo and Eastbrook. Several family-named landmarks and historical sites are preserved on the sheet, including Williams Cem, Mulberry Cem, and the lone Rhyne Grave located near the northern marshlands. The mapping detail illustrates the transition from the concentrated settlement at Leland to the bays and swamps of the northeast, such as Dollisons Swamp and Singed Pig Bay.