1986 Map of Whiteville

About this map

The Green Swamp and the waters of Lake Waccamaw define the southeastern North Carolina landscape in the mid-1980s. This planimetric study documents a region of intricate wetlands and established rail corridors, where the Seaboard Coast Line connects settlements such as Chadbourn, Whiteville, and Fair Bluff. To the east, the Cape Fear River and the Cape Fear Lowlands provide a distinct natural boundary near industrial sites like Riegelwood and Acme. The map reveals the relationship between low-lying terrain and human settlement, with family-named locations such as Peacocks and Woolens Crossroads scattered between the swamps. Across the border in South Carolina, the town of Loris serves as a local hub. Significant natural landmarks including Crusoe Island and the Lake Waccamaw State Park are clearly delineated, illustrating the vast undeveloped tracts that remain despite the presence of growing towns like Tabor City and Leland.