2016 Map of Merrimon

About this map

The low-lying coastal plains of Carteret County meet the wide expanse of the Neuse River in this detailed 2016 survey. The settlement of Merrimon serves as the primary hub for the area, situated near the headwaters of Jonaquin Creek and Dumpling Cr. A central feature of the landscape is the Intracoastal Waterway, which follows the deep channel of Adams Creek as it cuts through the peninsula, separating the mainland from Great Neck. The intricate network of tidal estuaries and marshlands includes Jerry Bay, Back Creek, and Kellum Creek, reflecting a geography defined by its proximity to the Pamlico Sound. Navigational points such as Garbacon Shoal and Winthrop Point line the northern shore, while local routes like Merrimon Rd and S River Rd connect the scattered residential pockets and maritime access points that characterize this stretch of the North Carolina coast.