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1968 Map of Zebulon

Name: 1968 Topographic Map of Zebulon
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1975
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1975

About this map

The Norfolk Southern railway corridor defines the early development of Eastern Wake County, connecting the bustling centers of Zebulon and Wendell. This 1968 landscape is characterized by its numerous small communities and crossroads, including the uniquely named Lizard Lick and the historic settlement of Wakefield. The geography is intricately tied to the waters of the Little River and Moccasin Creek, which dictate the placement of local infrastructure like Morpheus Bridge.

Local social centers are well-documented through numerous country churches and schools, such as St Mathews Ch, St Pauls Ch, and Shepard High Sch. The map also captures specialized land uses of the era, from the Zebulon Airfield and Buchanan Airfield to industrial sites like the Filtration Plant and Savage Disposal. These detailed markers provide a clear view of the rural-to-suburban transition occurring as the Research Triangle region began its period of significant growth.