1951 Map of Pantego

About this map

Pantego and Belhaven serve as the primary hubs for this tidewater landscape, where the Norfolk Southern rail line cuts across a territory defined by intricate drainage and reclaimed lowlands. The 1951 survey reveals a sophisticated hydraulic system including the Intercepting Canal and various unnamed ditches designed to manage the water levels of the surrounding Pungo Swamp. These engineering efforts supported a rural economy visible in the numerous small settlements like Wilkinson and Bishops Cross.