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2019 Map of Newton Grove North

Name: 2019 Topographic Map of Newton Grove North
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2019
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2019

About this map

Newton Grove anchors the southern portion of this region at the intersection of several historic thoroughfares, marking a point where Sampson, Johnston, and Wayne counties converge. The landscape is defined by the complex drainage systems of Beaverdam Swamp and Kill Swamp, which wind through a mosaic of agricultural fields and woodlots. The rural character of the era is evident in the scattered small settlements such as Strickland Crossroads, Harper, and Overshot, which grew around these local road networks.

Water plays a central role in the topography, with numerous small waterways like Falling Creek and Hannah Creek carving through the lowlands. Local industry and land use are signaled by features such as J R Wells Lake A and Ranyor Mill Br, hinting at the agricultural and hydraulic history of the North Carolina coastal plain. The road names, including Battlefield Rd and Mill Creek Church Rd, suggest deep community roots tied to local landmarks and historical events.