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2002 Map of Scranton

Name: 2002 Topographic Map of Scranton
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2002
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2002

About this map

Scranton and the surrounding coastal marshlands of Hyde County define this landscape along the northern reaches of the Pamlico River. The settlement pattern follows the intricate shoreline of Rose Bay and Spencer Bay, where small communities like Sladesville and Germantown sit amidst a network of creeks and inlets. Local history is deeply rooted in these rural pockets, evidenced by numerous religious sites such as Zion Ch, Beulah Ch, and Eunice Chapel. Educational history is noted at the County Training Sch near Slade Creek.

Large-scale conservation areas dominate the eastern and northern borders, specifically the Swanquarter National Wildlife Refuge and Pungo River State Game Land. These protected wetlands, including the Judith Marsh, contrast with the reclaimed agricultural lands and small landings like Stave Landing. The geography reflects the maritime dependence of the region, with names like Lightwood Snag Bay and Striking Bay pointing to the navigational heritage of the inner banks.