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2010 Map of Walstonburg

Name: 2010 Topographic Map of Walstonburg
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2010
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2010

About this map

Walstonburg serves as the central hub for this rural landscape in the North Carolina Coastal Plain, where a network of crossroads and creek crossings defines the local geography. The map documents the intricate drainage systems of the region, including the broad Thompson Swamp and the headwaters of Little Contentnea Creek. Transport and trade patterns are visible through historical points like Daisy Siding and the numerous intersections that grew into named communities, such as Wootens Crossroads and Herrings Crossroads.

Genealogists and local historians can trace family-named landmarks and infrastructure, from Fools Bridge spanning Contentnea Creek to the established grounds of Sunset Memorial Park. The area's spiritual and agricultural roots are reflected in the naming of rural routes like Howell Swamp Church Rd and Spring Branch Church Rd, illustrating how early church-centered settlements shaped the modern road network.