2016 Map of Masontown

About this map

Croatan National Forest dominates this coastal plain landscape, where a complex network of wetlands and drainages define the area's geography. Water management is evident in the series of artificial channels like North Canal, Middle Canal, and East Canal that connect natural bodies such as Little Lake and Lake Ellis Simon. The map documents the rural interface between the expanding community of Havelock and the surrounding wilderness, featuring smaller settlements like Masontown and Holly Springs. The southern portion of the sheet transitions into the headwaters of the Newport River system, marked by features such as Northwest Prong Newport River and Millis Swamp. Local transportation and aviation are represented by a mix of forest roads and the private Circle P Farm Airport, illustrating the multi-use nature of this Carteret and Craven County border region.