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1974 Map of Wade

Name: 1974 Topographic Map of Wade
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1988
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1988

About this map

The Cape Fear River serves as a dominant geographical boundary on this sheet, winding through the western portion of the quadrangle while the South River and Black River define the eastern drainages. This mid-1970s landscape shows the early impact of the 4 Lane highway system (Interstate 95) as it cuts through the rural terrain, creating a modern contrast to the established agricultural and religious centers of the community. Local history is anchored at the Averasboro Battleground Monument, while the Seaboard Coast Line railroad continues to connect the towns of Wade and Godwin.

Genealogists will find a significant concentration of rural congregations and burial sites, including Westminster Cem, Spring Hill Ch, and Colliers Chapel. Small settlements like Falcon and Cooper are clearly delineated alongside their local landmarks, such as the Culbreth Memorial. The presence of industrial activity is noted at the Sandpit near the Sampson County line, while natural features like Rhodes Pond and Mingo Swamp remain prominent in the regional topography.