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1977 Map of Wilton

Name: 1977 Topographic Map of Wilton
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1978
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1978

About this map

The Tar River cuts through the center of this 1970s landscape, serving as the primary geographical anchor for a region defined by small agricultural crossroads and numerous country churches. Settlements like Wilton and Clay are linked by the Seaboard Coast Line railroad, which runs through the western section of the map. The distribution of spiritual landmarks is particularly dense here, including Belton Creek Ch, Peace Chapel, and Williams Hill Ch, suggesting established rural communities centered around these congregations.

Genealogists will find significant value in the documentation of local burial sites and specialized church locations, such as the Grey Rock Ch Cem and Grove Hill Ch. The map also captures the administrative boundaries where Granville County meets Vance and Franklin Counties, alongside hydrological features like Fishing Creek and Sand Creek. The presence of the Gaging Sta BM 325 on the river underscores the importance of water management in this Piedmont drainage basin during the mid-20th century.