2010 Map of Locust

About this map

The settlement of Locust serves as a modern focal point at the junction of several regional routes, including Mission Church Rd and Meadow Creek Rd. This 2010 topographic record captures the landscape of southern Cabarrus County as it transitions toward more suburban development while maintaining deep ties to its agricultural and water-powered past. Significant water bodies such as Furr Lake, Smiths Lake, and Pharrs Lake are prominent, many tied to small-scale damming for local use. The Rocky River winds through the southwestern portion of the sheet, joined by tributaries like Anderson Creek and Little Meadow Creek. Historically significant sites like Barriers Mill and the community of Georgeville remain marked, alongside natural landmarks such as the Oak Cliffs overlooking Oak Cliff Lake. The abundance of family-named roads, including Reed Mine Rd and Hahn Scott Rd, offers clues for researchers tracing the evolution of local landownership and heritage in this Piedmont region.