1950 Map of Lowland

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Goose Creek Island dominates this mid-century survey, sitting at the meeting of the Pamlico River and several intricate tidal guts and creeks. The community of Lowland serves as the central hub of Township No 4, surrounded by a network of rural landmarks such as Antioch Ch, Shiloh Ch, and the Watson Cem. The landscape is defined by its relationship to the water, featuring points and bays like Deep Water Pt and Cow Hole Bay that suggest a long-standing maritime and fishing economy. Significant wetlands and protected areas are visible, including the Goose Creek State Game Refuge and the deep Gum Swamp to the south. The presence of the Intracoastal Waterway and small landings like Caraway Landing and Mill Seat Landing highlights the era's reliance on both coastal shipping lanes and local creek access for transport and trade.