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2010 Map of Pittsboro

Name: 2010 Topographic Map of Pittsboro
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2010
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2010

About this map

Pittsboro serves as the central hub of this 2010 topographic study, situated where major regional thoroughfares converge amidst the rolling landscape of Chatham County. The area’s water management and industrial infrastructure are clearly visible, including the Upper Pittsboro Water Supply Pond and the Webster Poultry Company Pond Dam located just south of the town center. These features, along with the Reeves Lake Dam, underscore the intersection of municipal needs and local agricultural industry during this period.

The natural geography is defined by the winding course of the Rocky River to the south and numerous tributaries like Harlands Creek, Roberson Creek, and the curiously named Stinking Creek. To the west, Round Top Mountain provides a distinct topographical landmark. A dense network of rural roads, such as Old Siler City Rd and Moncure Pittsboro Rd, connects outlying homesteads and reflects the residential growth patterns surrounding the historic county seat.