2010 Map of Saxapahaw

About this map

Saxapahaw serves as a focal point along the Haw River in this 2010 survey of southern Alamance County. The landscape is defined by its industrial and agricultural legacy, visible in the presence of the Sellers Manufacturing Company Dam and the accompanying Sellers Manufacturing Company Lake. These features reflect a local economy historically tied to water power and textile production. Further south, the rural character of the region is anchored by small communities such as Eli Whitney, Sutphin, and Oaks. A network of country roads connects family-named landmarks and historical sites, including the Moores Chapel Cemetery. The terrain is deeply etched by a complex drainage system, where the river meets numerous tributaries like Marys Creek, Cane Creek, and Motes Creek, tracing the natural movement of water across the North Carolina Piedmont.