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1950 Map of Upper Broad Creek

Name: 1950 Topographic Map of Upper Broad Creek
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1984
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1984

About this map

Upper Broad Creek and the wide Neuse River define this coastal landscape, where the border between Craven and Pamlico counties follows the winding water. The eastern shore is dotted with family-named landings and religious landmarks like New Bethlehem Ch and Union Chapel. Inland, the terrain is dominated by expansive wetlands such as Gaston Swamp and Alexander Swamp, providing a look at the natural drainage patterns before modern development.

A notable shift is visible in the later revisions to Fairfield Harbour, where a residential Golf Course and Marina contrast with the traditional riverfront economy. To the southwest, the Croatan National Forest remains largely undeveloped, bisected by the Atlantic and East Carolina railroad. Small local hubs like Scotts Store and shoreline retreats at Kennel Beach offer a glimpse into the mid-century community structure of this riverine region.