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1997 Map of Stedman

Name: 1997 Topographic Map of Stedman
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2000
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2000

About this map

The South River serves as the dividing line between Cumberland Co and Sampson Co, carving a path through a landscape defined by low-lying wetlands and established rural communities. This survey reveals a high density of country churches and family-named landmarks, reflecting a deeply rooted social fabric. Clusters of activity center around Stedman and Bethany Crossroads, while smaller points like Clement and Autryville anchor the surrounding farmlands.

Water management and local industry are evident in the presence of Gaines Millpond and Maxwell Millpond, alongside resource extraction at the Claypit and Sandpit. The terrain transitions from the open stretches of Bruce Pocosin to the intricate network of Big Creek, Little Creek, and Sandy Creek. Genealogists will find significant value in the numerous burial sites, including the Williams, Maxwell, and Hall cemeteries, which document the generational history of these coastal plain settlements.