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1949 Map of West End

Name: 1949 Topographic Map of West End
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1953
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1953

About this map

West End sits at the nexus of the Norfolk Southern rail line and local commerce in the mid-century Sandhills. This 1949 survey highlights a landscape defined by its rural community hubs, such as Edgewood Terrace and the leisure area around Von Canon Lake, which includes a dedicated Swimming Pool. The map documents a spiritual and social network rooted in local congregations like Beulah Hill Ch, McDonalds Chapel, and Deep Creek Ch.

Natural drainage patterns shape the terrain, with Jackson Creek and Sandy Run feeding into the larger Drowning Creek, which serves as a significant county boundary. Settlement is largely concentrated near the railroad and higher ground like Garren Hill, while the western portion of the map transitions into the Rocky Springs area. This detailed documentation captures the transition of Moore County from a purely agrarian economy toward one influenced by early residential developments and rail-borne industry.