2013 Map of Northeast Lumberton

About this map

Howellsville and the surrounding agricultural landscapes of Robeson County are defined by a complex network of wetlands and small drainages that feed into the larger Lumbee River basin. This survey documents the rural character of the region, where family names and local history are etched into the road network, including Rozier Siding Rd and Smith Mill Rd. The terrain is dominated by the extensive Tenmile Swamp and Jackson Swamp, which dictate the placement of early settlements like Powers and Barker Ten Mile. To the east, the landscape transitions toward White Oak Swamp and White Oak Lake, illustrating the hydrologic patterns that have influenced land use and transportation in this part of North Carolina for generations. The map provides a clear record of these watercourses, from Cowpen Branch in the northwest to Wildcat Br in the northeast, alongside the evolving road system of the early 21st century.