1948 Map of Swansboro
USGS Topo · Published 1948About this map
Swansboro serves as the focal point of this coastal survey, situated where the White Oak River meets the maze of marshes and sounds behind the barrier islands. The landscape is defined by the critical maritime access points provided by numerous landings, including Willis Landing, Saunders Landing, and Shell Rock Landing. These sites, along with the Inland Waterway, illustrate the water-dependent economy and transport networks of mid-century coastal North Carolina. Inland, the dense woodlands of the Croatan National Forest dominate the northern terrain, while small rural communities like Starling, Peletier, and Whitehouse Forks are linked by the Sneads Ferry Road and Silverdale Road. The map provides a detailed record of the shifting inlets, such as Bogue Inlet and Bear Inlet, and the early development of Cedar Point and Bogue before the expansion of modern tourism.
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