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2013 Map of Shepherds

Name: 2013 Topographic Map of Shepherds
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2013
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2013

About this map

The agrarian landscape of Iredell County, North Carolina, is defined by its network of historic small communities including Ostwalt, Amity Hill, and Shinnville. Located north of the growing Piedmont cities, this area maintains a traditional rural character punctuated by local landmarks like Mount Tabor Church and Atwell Airport. The southern edge of the map shows the influence of modern infrastructure with the reach of Lake Norman and the proximity of the community of Shepherds.

A dense system of waterways, including Shinns Cr, Third Cr, and Weathers Cr, drains the rolling terrain, while the residential layout reflects a mix of older family farms like Amity Hills Farm and newer subdivisions. The convergence of these creeks near the rail lines near Mazeppa highlights the historical importance of both water and transportation in shaping the settlement patterns of this North Carolina region.