1969 Map of Troutman

About this map

Lake Norman dominates the southern landscape of this Iredell County survey, its intricate shoreline reflecting the flooding of the Catawba River valley. The map documents a period of significant recreational development following the lake's creation, anchored by the sprawling Duke Power State Park and various public access points like the Campground and Boat Ramp facilities. Along the eastern corridor, the Southern railroad links the towns of Troutman and Barium Springs, the latter noted for the Home for Children and the County Fairgrounds. Farther west, older river settlements such as Long Island and Monbo sit adjacent to the rising waters. The rural interior is dotted with community landmarks, including South Iredell High Sch and numerous country churches like Mountain Road Ch and St Martins Ch, providing a detailed look at the county's social fabric in the late 1960s.