1974 Map of Weldon

About this map

Weldon and Garysburg sit positioned on opposite banks of the Roanoke River in the mid-1970s, where the shared border of Halifax and Northampton Counties follows the river's winding course. This era is defined by the heavy presence of the Seaboard Coast Line, whose rail infrastructure bisects both towns and influences the local landscape. The map reveals a community-focused geography, particularly visible in the density of institutions like Cedarwood Cemetery, Weldon High School, and numerous churches such as Oak Grove Ch and Chapel Grove Ch. South of the main river channel, the large landform known as Mush Island is separated from the mainland by the Gut, illustrating the complex hydrology of the floodplains. Industrial and municipal footprints are clear, from the Filtration Plant and Sewage Disposal sites to various extraction points like the Sandpit and Gravel Pit scattered across the surrounding terrain.