2016 Map of Old Sparta

About this map

The Tar River winds through this coastal plain landscape south of Tarboro, defining the movement of water and settlement patterns in Edgecombe County. Small rural communities like Old Sparta, Henrietta, and Davistown are connected by a network of farm roads, including Colonial Rd and Woodland Rd. The topography is marked by significant drainage features such as the Cromwell Canal and Knight Canal, which intersect with natural branches like Cheeks Mill Cr and Bynum Mill Cr. Near the northern boundary, the settlement of Princeville sits along the river, while Penny Hill marks the southern reach near the border with Pitt County. Local history is anchored by landmarks like the Greenwood Cem and family-named routes such as Joyner Farm Rd and Harrell Farm Ln, reflecting a landscape deeply tied to its agricultural roots.