1950 Map of Pollocksville

About this map

The Trent River meanders through this landscape, serving as a historic corridor for maritime commerce and settlement in the mid-20th century. Along its banks, several river landings like Debruhls Landing and Whitford Landing highlight a period when the river was central to local logistics. The town of Pollocksville serves as a primary hub in the south, while the northern reaches transition into the Great Dover Swamp. This era is defined by a rural economy supported by the Seaboard Coast Line railroad and a network of small communities, including Simmons Corner and Rhems. Cultural life is anchored by local institutions such as Wesley Chapel and the Rocky Run Sch. The eastern half of the map is dominated by the protected timberlands of the Croatan National Forest, where the Island Creek Fire Tower stands as a sentinel over the game lands and wetlands.