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1986 Map of Rowan

Name: 1986 Topographic Map of Rowan
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1986
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1986

About this map

The Black River defines the landscape of this mid-1980s survey, winding along the boundaries of Bladen, Sampson, and Pender counties. The river is a corridor of local history, punctuated by numerous named river access points including Sikes Landing, Henry Landing, and Bakers Landing. These landings suggest a persistent water-based economy and recreational network in an area dominated by expansive lowlands and swampy depressions like Big Bay and Dismal Bay.

Further inland, the map captures the rural character of Rowan through its community landmarks. Local genealogy is anchored by the Moore Swamp Ch and St James Ch, while the presence of Yonder Airfield and the Beatty Bridge crossing provide evidence of the regional transportation infrastructure. The intricate hydrology is further detailed by features such as Smith Mill Pond and Golly Swamp Creek, which drain the massive bay complexes of the coastal plain.