2010 Map of Woodland

About this map

Woodland serves as a central hub in this rural landscape, situated at a crossroads where agricultural lands meet several vital waterways. The drainage patterns of Northampton County are clearly defined, with Potecasi Creek flowing through the north and Ahoskie Creek to the south. The terrain is characterized by expansive wetlands and low-lying areas, notably Urahaw Swamp, which influences the local road network and settlement placement. Smaller hamlets like Potecasi, George, and Eagletown are connected by a web of state-maintained routes such as NC-1533 and NC-1158. Local landmarks like Benthall Bridge Rd and Mill Branch Church Rd provide specific reference points for family researchers and those tracing local history. The map illustrates how human settlement has adapted to the presence of significant tributaries like Cutawhiskie Creek, with roads often paralleling the water's edge or seeking high ground between the marshes.