2013 Map of Merry Oaks

About this map

B Everett Jordan Lake dominates this portion of Chatham County, its intricate shoreline creating numerous inlets and peninsulas that reshaped the local geography. The massive Jordan Dam regulates the flow of the Haw River, which joins the Deep River near the southern boundary of the sheet. Settlements such as Merry Oaks, Wilsonville, and Seaforth are positioned around the reservoir, while Griffins Crossroads sits further inland. The landscape shows a mix of established rural communities and newer development like Crosswinds Estates Dr. Recreational infrastructure is evident at the Seaforth Rec Area, reflecting the area's transition toward a managed hydraulic and recreational landscape. Significant water features like Stinking Cr, Roberson Cr, and Weaver Cr provide a look at the natural drainage patterns that existed before and alongside the lake's inundation.