2013 Map of Winnabow

About this map

Winnabow and the surrounding Brunswick County coastal plain are defined by a complex network of blackwater streams and swamps that feed into the lower Cape Fear River basin. In this early 21st-century landscape, traditional settlements like Bishop, Spring Hill, and Lanvale are interspersed with modern residential developments and navigational landmarks like the Winnabow Airport. The road network, including the historic path of Old Town Creek Rd, winds through the lowlands of Beaverdam Swamp and past the headwaters of Town Cr. Significant infrastructure, such as the Rice Creek Bridge and Sturgeon Creek Bridge, highlights the ongoing importance of managing water crossings in this marshy environment. From the established community of Woodburn in the north to the eponymous Bell Swamp in the south, this map documents a region balancing its rural heritage with suburban expansion near the North Carolina coast.