1955 Map of Whiteville

About this map

Whiteville serves as the hub of this mid-century coastal plain landscape, where the Atlantic Coast Line and Seaboard Coast Line railroads intersect to define the local economy. The terrain is characterized by an intricate network of Carolina bays and swampy depressions, including Raven Bay, Cypress Bay, and the expansive Brown Marsh. To the southeast, the waters of Lake Waccamaw dominate the view near Wananish. Rural life is anchored by family-named landmarks and community institutions like the Farmers Union Sch, Porterville (Emerson PO), and Hickory Hill Sch. The presence of Richardson Millpond and the State Prison Camp No 602 near South Whiteville provides specific points of interest for local historians tracking the industrial and social footprint of Bladen and Columbus counties during this era.