Land Use Plan-1976

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HERTFORD....;'COUNTY-AHOSI(IE
LAND USE PLAN
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1976

HERTFORD COUNTY CAMA LAND USE PLAN
This Report Has Been Prepared for
The Residents of Hertford County, North Carolina
Hertford -County Board of Commissioners
W. T. Modlin, Chairman
Earl Lewis R. G. Windley
Hunter Sharp, Jr. Fred Jones
Hertford County Planning Board
Joe Morris, Chairman
W. B. Gillam J. P. Harris
IV. T. Bowles Horace Brown
Proiect Staff
Luther McPhearson, Project Planner
Marian Alligood, Secretary
Debra Ingalls, Secretary
Patricia Sheppard, Secretary
Mike Yount, Draftsman_
1976

AHOSIQE CAMA LAND USE PLAN
Ahoskie, North Carolina
Town Board
Merrill Evans, Mayor
John White Tommy Harrington
Henry Marsh Merle Vaughan
P. E. Ward
Planning Board
Joe Parker, Chairman
Vernon Baker Chester Rawls
M. C. Jones Elrod Seffoms
Henry Lee Jones G. Thomas Bazemore
Alvin Newsom Frank Rose, Jr.
Proiect Staff
Luther McPhearson, Project Planner
Marian Alligood, Secretary
Debra Ingalls, Secretary
Patricia Sheppard, Secretary
Mike Yount, Draftsman
1976

. TABLE OF CONTENTS
I. Introduction
II. Present Conditions
A. Population and Economy
B. Existing Land Use
C. Current Plans, Policies, and Regulations
III. Constraints
A. Land Potential
B. Capacity of Community Facilities
IV. Public Participation Activities
A. Major Land. Use Issues
B. Objectives, Policies, and Standards Alternatives
C. Land Use Objectives, Policies, and Standards
D. Process to Determine Objectives, Policies, and -Standards
.E. Methods to Secure Public Participation
V. Estimated Demand
A. Population and' --Economy
B._ Future Land _Needs ...
C.- Community Facilities -.Needs
D. Carrying Capacity:- Land and Water
VI. Plan Description
A. Land Classification
B. Population Allocation.
C. Population Densities
VII. Potential Areas of`Environmental"Concern
VIII. City -County Relationship
IX. Ahoskie Land Use Plan
X. Murfreesboro'Land"Use Plan
XI. Winton -Land Use Plan
XII. Harrellsville Land -`Use Plan
XIII. Cofield Land Use Plan
XIV. Como.Land Use Plan
XV. Summary
XVI. Appendicies
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INTRODUCTION
The.coastal_area-of.:North-.Carolina_is_one._of-the-.most:.important regions
in the United -:States for -food production, future.. expansion of commerce,
industry and recreation._ To enable.orderly_growth and -protection of impor-
tant'natural resources.of that'-area,._the=19.74_:General.:Assembly passed the
Coastal Area --Management Act.
The Coastal. Area: Management'-Act..is._a_. gtate la4..that asks.: local govern-
ment.in.20_counties.in.Coastal_North.Carolina to prepare a blueprint for their.. -
future:growth:and:deuelopment.._.This Land.IIse:Plan will serve as that
blueprint.
The purpose. -of ---the -Land.-Use Plane is_ to determine -.the.: -most appropriate
future..use. of-land.`.in-:Hertford County. This .plan was. undertaken by the
County citizens; electedofficials,-and staff..in.an effort to -fulfill the
.requirements-of--the-Coastal Area-Management:Act:.and:.provide_an opportunity
to all citizens -in --the County:to participate=in.the.planning process.
In:.recent:years it.has_been recognized -that rigorous demands are being.
made.upon.the:land and natural resources that were not -evident a short time
ago.-.. This .caw be attributed:. in.great_part.to-.rapidly,.advancing technology r
and-population_migration.'. We have moved -into an era where various uses of
the; land- in- one- area._adversely affect the: property .values- and use of land
miles away.

In order to preserve and protect natural resources and property values,
it is necessary to plan for future development to occur where the land and
natural resources can withstand development.On the state level, administration
and coordination of the Coastal Area Management Act will be handled by the
Department of Natural and Economic Resources. The Act creates two citizen
agencies:
Coastal Resources Commission -The Commission is a 15-member body appointed
by the Governor. All members are residents of the coast. Twelve were
chosen from among nominees made by counties and towns in the coastal area.
Three are appointed at the discretion of the Governor. The Commission is
responsible for establishing planning guidelines, approving land use plans and
issuing permits for construction when required.
Coastal Resources Advisory Council -The Council is a 47-member body made
up of locally appointed representatives from each coastal county, plus
representatives from six state government departments. It includes a broad
cross section of coastal interests. The Council advises the Commission on
those matters before the Commission, and assists local governments.
There are three major land use management tools created by the Bill:
Land use plans, areas of environmental concern and a permit system.
Land Use Plans -Each county has prepared a land use plan. The plans are
based on the goals of the people in the county, the resources available in
the county, and the most reasonable path for.reaching toward those goals
with the resources available. After the plans are adopted, use of the land
must agree with the plans.
Areas of Environmental Concern -These areas and their boundaries will be
designated by the Coastal Resources Commission. We know from experience to be
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cautious when:_using-these'.areas. They may..include -marshlands,-beaches-, sarid .dunes,
Aavigable.waters, national and_state,parks and areas_.of historical importance.
Designation.oL an.area as one of environmental'concern.-does not prohibit the
use -of that-. area. It -is a warning sign to be careful.
Permit-.Systeii=Any:development withinan:.area_of-environmental concern
must have.a-_permit. The Act -does not require::.permit for.development outside
.areas:of environmental concern. The.Act.requires:the:.following.projects in
the- areas" of environmental. -concern. to: obtain -a- permit._from-.the' Coastal Resources.
Commission: those -projects currently.needing:state.--permits; those.of greater
than 20"acres in size;.those that involve drillinge.or..excavating natural.
resources on.land.or"underwater;.those which:.involve construction of one
or more--structures:having.an.area in excess-.of".60,000:square-feet." All"other
projects within an area of environmental concern will be reviewed by a local
permit -letting agent.

PRESENT CONDITIONS
EXISTING POPULATION
Township.Population Trends
The size, distribution,.characteristics and trends of a.population are
the principal factors involved in determining.the futureneeds of an area's .
educational -.facilities, recreation facilities-, social:.services, and trans-
portation--. A knowledge:of.these factors is.helpful.in estimating the poten-
tial for products.
It-should:be.kept.in mind:that the elements -of population change are not
causes_in-themselves:but.rather effects.,The_actual_causes.of population
change.are.usually.not_as:_apparent.. The most obvious..factor in causing
population chinge:.is;_economic.conditions, particularly employment
opportunity. .Factors -.such as educational..opportunity;_recreation facilities.
and-friendliness�of;a-=community and -other factors certainly influence popu
lation-change,_but.the.extent which..these.factors affect.change'in the
population=is:difficult.to measure.
The development_of.commerce;-industry,..transpor.tation and.other'
influences_have-.helped_maintain_a_steady.but_slow growth .rate within Hertford.
County.over..the..past.70-.years.. The average` growth -rate -has beeri 7.4 percent
foreach ten year period.between=1900-and.1970'_.The minimum growth rate during
this period._was . 3..6..percent and:.was experienced ;between:.1960 and 1970. The
maximumgrowth experienced -during the 70.year period was-ll.percent
occurring .between.-1940.and-.1950_-(See Table Z).
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TABLE I
GENERAL POPULATION CHARACTERISTICS AND TRENDS OF TOWNSHIPS
Townships
1940
1950
1960
1970
Ahoskie
5,015
6,671
8,031
8,535
Harrellsville
2.426
2,400
1,972
1,669
Maney's Neck
1,746
1.703
1,498
1,385
Murfreesboro
3,666
4,399
5,181
6,201
St.Johns
3,701
3,440
3,217
3,116
Winton
2,798
2,840
2,819
2,623
County Totals
19,352
21,453
22,718
23,529
11%
6%
3.5%
Seasonal Population Fluctuation
Unlike many other counties in the coastal plain, Hertford County
experiences virtually no seasonal population fluctuation resulting from
tourism. This is due to its position far inland from the major tourist -
attracting bodies of water.
Future Population
While the population increased.within the State of North Carolina
between 1910 and 1970 by 15 percent +/- decennially, eastern North Carolina
registered an overall population decline. However, Hertford County, in
.this same period, registered population increases. Primary influences
causing the increases included continued development and increased employment
in the industrial communities within the area,'continued expansion of service
industries, desirable residential facilities, sufficient commercial
facilities and recreational opportunities.
According to the OBERS population projection in Table II, Hertford
;County is expected to increase in population through the year 2000. In no
sense, however, are these projections to be considered inevitable.
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This projection of population has been accepted by the citizens of
Hertford County.
TABLE II
POPULATION PROJECTION.TABLE*-
1970 19.80 1990 2000 �.On
230529 25,400 :-27,500 29,600 34, 500
POPULATION DISTRIBUTION
Approximately 46% of the population of'.Hertford County -live within
the.county's municipalities. Municipalities in the county and their percent
of total population are included'in Table III. '_This-trend'is expected'to
continue in Hertford County,.but at a reduced rate as a result of a desire
to locate in rural settlings and the county's continued efforts to provide
public services to rural residents.
TABLE III
MUNICIPAL POPULATION AS PERCENT OF HERTFORD COUNTY
TOWN NUMBER OF PERSONS "PERCENT OF COUNTY
Ahoskie 5,400 22.5
Cofield_ 610 2.5
Como - .219 Q.9
*Population projections are -provided by .the.N. C..Dffice of__State.Planning based
upon projections made by the -Office of.Business Economics and the Economic
Research Service (OBERS), of the Department of_Agriculturd. The United
States government acting through the.Water Resources Council has decreed that
the OBERS projection shall be the basis for all federal programs dealing with
.water, wastewater treatment and all related programs.
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Harrellsville
165
0.7
Murfreesboro
3,750
15.6
Winton
935
3.9
TOTALS
11,075
46.1
The major portion of Hertford County's population, approximately 54 percent,
reside outside the existing municipalities.
Another fact pointing out the trend to locate within/near city limits
is shown in Table IV. Between 1950 and 1970 the urban population has been
increasing and the rural population has been decreasing, with the greatest
change occuring between 1950-1960. Between 1960_and 1970, the trend
persisted, but at a reduced rate.
TABLE IV
COUNTY
Hertford
1950 %
URBAN RURAL
16.7 83.3
1960%
URBAN RURAL
31.8 68.2
1970%
URBAN RURAL
36.6 63.4
In Table V, the Hertford County rural farm population declined
(51.4% decrease) between 1960-1970. At the same time, those persons
seeking a rural setting for living conditions while maintaining non -farm
occupations, increased -by 40.8%. Both trends are evident not only in the
nation but in Region Q and the State. It is expected that this trend will
continue in the future as public services are extended to rural areas.
TABLE V
Urban
Rural Farm
Rural Non -Farm
Percent Change
Percent Change
Percent Change
1960-70
1960-70
1960-70
Hertford County
+11.3
-51.4 _
+40.8
Region Q
+11.7
-53.7
+36.6
State of N.C.
+26.9
-53.6
+24.5
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AGE DISTRIBUTION
Currently,fewer children are -born -to women.of *child bearing age,
which is evidenced by a.decrease.in the 1960=and 1970.figures.for'the age
group_0-14-(See Table_V1)..::Other:factors-have-contributed_.to-this decline.
To mention:-a-few,improved,-birth control.methods/education and the out -migration
of the. age. group=.25-44 that. tend. to_ -have . children aged 0-14.
On.-.the-.other:-hand,,the-number of:permanently-.situated_citizens who have
reached-the_**age-of_'dependency,_or are-about:to reach -this age, -has increased
substantially._ Generally_persons.falling.:in the -dependent -age range neither
provide.for'their-..own maintenaiice_.and:.support'nor for that of others. The
potentially-productive-population,those persons who could or do support and
. maintain-the-remainder_.of.the-population are persons ages 1844. The balance
between.dependent:.and-potentially-.productive.persons in_a population Ls a
very basic factor in--:determining-the--overall-populationlevel of material
well-being.:.,,Hertford.-County's-balance-is.indicative-.of.-a trend -that should
be regarded by -.-adopting.. pro grams: that willencourage--- the7 productive age group,
to remain-and`.locate _iii- the county..
*Child bearing-age--is.-considered: to be between --.the age -of 15 and 49.
**The "dependent_population'.' is -defined as persons.ages-65+ and
persons -under age 18. -
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TABLE VI
POPULATION DISTRIBUTION BY AGE GROUP AND SEX FOR 1960 and 1970
AGE GROUP
1960
MALE FEMALE
MALE
1970
FEMALE
0-4
1417"
1438
999
982
5-14
2706
2825
2700
2687
15-24
1872
1722
1991
2137
25-34
1205
1339
1195
1222
35-44
1389
1415
1199
1373
45-54
1118
1201
1328
1403
55-64
712
787
996
1167
65 and over
716
856
880
1270
TOTAL
11,135
11,583
11,288
12,241
RACIAL COMPOSITION
There has been a steady decrease in the percentage and number of
non -white residents and a steady increase in the white population.(See
Table VII). The percentage of non -white residents decreased from 59% to
56%. This trend may primarily be attributed to the lack of adequate
employment opportunities for minority members of the productive age range
who consequently believe that opportunities are better elsewhere.
TABLE VII
RACIAL COMPOSITION AND TRENDS, HERTFORD COUNTY
YEAR
WHITE
% OF TOTAL
NON -WHITE
% OF TOTAL
1960
1970
9,318
10,498
41%
44%
13,400
12,980
59%
56%
It can also be attributed in part to the declining live birth rate shown
in Table VIII.
The number of live births between 1960-70 for the white residents
was slightly lower when compared to the large decrease for non -white
residents. (See Table VIII).
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TABLE VIII
RESIDENT-LIVE..BIRTHS-BY.MCE,,HERTFORD COUNTY
_._ 1960 1970
White Nan White White Non -White
Hertford County .171 412_ 133 261
When observiAg_the.racial distribution, Table IX, the above -
characteristics..remain-evident..-There was-:a-greater.decrease,'in.the number
of non -white. tesidents--between-1960-70: iu%. the age=-group..0-4- as a result,.
�decreased..birth rate.
primarily,_.of-the
TABLE IX
RACIAL..DISTRIBUTION..BY AGE GROUPS
Age Group
White-.
1960.
Non -White
1970.
White Non -White
0-4
873
1982-
682
1294
5-14
1731
3800.
.1918
3452
15-24
1530
2064
1634
2485
25-34
-1144..
1400:
1320
1091
35=44
1306'
1498 . _
1286
1283
--45-54
1143
1176
1.335
1394
.$5-64
759
740:
.1136
.1022
65 & over
832
740'
.1187
959
TOTAL
9,318
-13,400..
10,498
12,980

EXISTING ECONOMY
Employment
The number of employed persons residing in Hertford County increased
between 1960 and 1970. The,total employed residents in 1960 was 6,928 as
compared to 7,721 in 1970, representing an 11.5% increase. In Table X,
more people commute out of the County.
Hertford County has maintained a *net commuting gain for 1960 and 1970.
Between 1960 and 1970, the net commuting gain increased by 335%.
TABLE X
COMMUTING PATTERNS FOR HERTFORD COUNTY
1960 1970
In- Out- Net In Out- Net
Commuting Commuting Commuting Gain Commuting Commuting Commuting Gain
833 711 122 1,668 1,131 531
A breakdown of employment depicted in Table XI reveals manufacturing,
wholesale and retail trade, and health, education, welfare and social
services as representing the three major employing industries in Hertford
County.
TABLE XI
EMPLOYMENT OF PERSONS 16+ BY INDUSTRY, 1970
Trans,Comm;
Wholesale &
Agriculture,
Utilities
retail trade
forestry,
Sanitar
fishing &
Construction
Manufacturingand
Services
mining
703
632
2,188
357
1,606
Bank, Ins.
Health;
Legal,
Public
real estate,
education,
engineering
Administration
bus, and
Services
welfare
and prof.
repair serv.
social serv.
services
1 243
648
1,137
79
311
*Net Commuting -Gain --- The number of persons commuting from Hertford
County for employment subtracted from the number of persons commuting into
the County for employment.
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Hertford-County-is._unique among.adjoining counties in that its
population_is.not declining because of increases in industrial jobs.
Between 1960_and-1964, industry created 280 new jobs. From 1969, a total
of 1,139..new jobs.were,.added..in the counfy. This -trend -is expected to
continue.as"a result.of-the.County's nearness to regional markets in -.
Virginia.metropolitan-areas,_the..county's.extension of water services to
rural areas,.and.the:county's-adtive_role in .promoting industrial
development
INCOME
In 1970.,:the-_median..family_ income'_for._Hertford_County-was~ $5,912. This
figure:.represents."a:.117.8%-.inerease:.betweea-1960 -and .1970.'_ This was not
as substantial..an-increase-:as-..-Region.9 (See -Table Xll). However, it does
represent.-a�-greater•increase-_than experienced by the.State as a whole.
This--•trend.is-.expected!to=continue=as-.future industrial.developm?nt occurs:
TABLE. XII
MEDIAN FAMILY INCOME
Median. -Family Income-.
Percentage
1970
Change 1960-1970
(dollars)'
Hertford County,
5,912
117.8
Region Q
.6,090
143.3
State of N. C.
7,774
96.5

RETAIL SALES
Gross retail sales in Hertford County increased from $21,470,204 in
1960-61 to $53,163,537 in 1971-72, a 100% increase. All business groups
realized an increase in retail sales. Representing the largest
increases were food, general merchandise, and building materials.
Representing the least increase was furniture. Future increases in
retail sales are projected to continue due to inflation and the projected
increase in job opportunities resulting from increased industrial
development.
EDUCATIONAL CHARACTERISTICS
Education is an important tool that assists persons to progress in
our economic structure. No other means is as accessible nor as promising
for social improvement as education. Today, and in the future, a
person's position in society will depend in large on the amount of
education and technical training he attains.
Educational achievement of the county's population was below that
of the State but slightly higher than Region Q. (See Table XIII).
TABLE XIII
MEDIAN SCHOOL YEARS COMPLETED AND PERCENT POPULATION
WITH HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMAS
Median Number of School
Percent County Population
Place
Years Completed for Ages 25+
With High School Diplomas
1970
1970
Hertford Co.
9.6
33.3
Region Q
9.4
31.5
State of N.C.
10.6
38.4
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The following Table .(Table_XIV).identifies.the.amount of money
appropriated--by:the:_State,.federal,and-local. government agencies per pupil'in
1972s Hertford County spent less local-money:per_pupil. than local governments
in Region.Q-.and.the_State..._<_Regarding total government -expenditures, Hertford
County .in::1972:spent-more money-per.pupil.than.the_County governments'
average -_in- the -.State: but:: less_ than. the. "counties' , average- in Region Q.
TABLE XIV
PER7PUPIL EXPENDITURE, 1972
Place.
State.....
.Federal-
:Local
Total
Hertford Co..
$524 ..
$15.3.. ;
$:.97
$744.
Region Q.
598..
:204__
_124
.•926 .
State "of, NaC.
480.:.-.
109_ .
- .13D -�
719
DOUSING':CHARACTERISTICS
38%_of.the total::county housing.. is-located.within town. -boundaries., Crowded.
housing .conditions-are:.more-evident_in rural housing --than housing -within
incorporated boundaries.. Rural.housing:averaged._less_rooms-.(5.3) per unit.
coupled with -more persons per;.unit-(3e9) than_housing_.within=the-towns (See -
Table XV),
TABLE kV
HOUSING.UNITS, VACANT,.&-POPULATION;PER UNIT,-1970
Population Per
Median-#
Area
Housin .Units
Vacant Units-'.
Occu ied Unit
of Rooms
Towns,
2709
--
.3.3
5.7
Rural
4355.
57
-3.9
5.3

In Table XVI, it is evident that the towns are in better condition
than the rural areas regarding plumbing facilities. Eighty per cent of the
towns' housing have all plumbing facilities as compared to only 51% of the rural
housing. Only three per cent of the towns' housing have no plumbing facilities
as compared to 31% of the rural.housing.
TABLE XVI
PLUMBING FACILITIES, 1970
Units With
Units with Hot
Area
All Plumbing Facilities
and Cold.Water
Cold Onlv
None
Towns
2,192
2,243
430
36
Rural
2,238
2,435
519
1,344
The same trend is applicable to the number of units with flush toilets,
bathtub or showers, and kitchen facilities,i.e., a greater percentage of
housing in the rural area lack these facilities than do housing units
within the corporate boundaries (See Table XVII).
TABLE XVII
BATHROOM & KITCHEN FACILITIES, 1970
Units with No
Units with No
Units with no complete
Area
Flush Toilets
Bathtub or Showers
Kitchen Facilities
Towns
71
421
• 168
Rural
1,922
1,959
1,357
AGRICULTURAL CHARACTERISTICS
In Table XVIII, Hertford County witnessed its greatest decline in the
number of farms between 1950-1964. Within this time period, the number of
farms decreased 52% whereas the average farm size increased 44%. This points
to the continuing trend throughout the county of small, less efficient farms
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giving-.way::.to:larger,_more.efficient.farming--operations._--The..average value of
land:and"buildings_..per -farm_in`the-county has: increased.from.$7,042 in 1954:to
$38,000 in 1969—This.: trend: is_ expected- to continue.
TABLE - X !I I
NUMBER AND AVERAGE..SIZE OF FARMS
Number of Farms
of Change,.
AVerage.Size -of Farms
% of Change
1950 1964 _ : 7-950-64 -
- .1970..:1964-70-
1950_'.:.:1964
- 19.50-64
1970 1964-70
1945 931 .. -52%..
773=n
:.-17%=-•-
72e3:-104.3--.+44e2%-
132;2 � +21%
Table_ iX;:portrays:the::inereasing�change�between:1960 and 1970 of the
_number.of.-farm.operat-lons:working�100:.or_more.days-:off'the_farm:. In Hertford
Countyi'during.:the:ten..year.period,_,there_was-an.increase:-.in:this number from
10.3%,to 23.4%'rotal.farm operators.
TABLE XIX
FARM= OPERATORS WORKING 1 OO::OR:-MORE- DAYS- OFFS THE FARM
1960 1970
Number.,
135
Percent::of.Totai Operators. Number_:"ELPercent�-,bf-Total
10.3. 18123.4.
Operators
Hertford".County."(See_Table:XX) witnessed:_an.increase-in farm receipts
betweem..1960 70. _ °Crops . led :with:. a' 35%--_increase;: in:. farm,. receipts while
-- . livestock/poultry"increased by. only:=5`6:....Of:..the-: total--cash.receipts for 1970,
-crops.represented_--90.9%-:of--the.total:and�livestock/poultry only 9.1%. Due
to the.recent.efforts_of._Perdue:Farms, Inc.,.poultry/livestock.receipts should
increase. by: a greater- percentage."-
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TABLE XX
CASH FARM RECEIPTS
Percentage of Total
Total Livestock
Cash Receipts Crops & Poultry
$9,242,748 - 90.9 9.1
There has been a slight decrease in Hertford County farmlands over the
1973 average, according to a report issued by the 1974 Land Utilization Survey.
In 1973, there was 157,941 acres available for farm use in the county.
In 1974, 154,953 acres were classified as farmlands. Of this figure, 32 per
cent or 50.053 acres were utilized for the production of harvested crops. This
is a decrease of 1,569 acres in the total county croplands over 1973.
Grain and soybeans showed increases of seven per cent and 14 per cent
respectively. Cotton, tobacco and peanuts registered decreases of 27 per cent,
four percent and less than one per cent respectively. The acreage of all other
crops combined decreased 19 per cent.
Of the 208,583 land acres in the county, 53,530 acres are termed non -farm
lands. The other 74 percent of Hertford is considered farmlands with 48 per
cent of these lands being composed of forest and other farm lands; harvested
cropland, 24 per cent; idle and pastures, two per cent.
In the last 20 years, farmers have increased their productivity by 30.0
per cent; twice as much as the average increase made by American industry.
Hertford County farmers are among the leadingproducers of peanuts in the
world. In 1960, the average county yield per acre was 1,804 pounds. In 1970,
the average yield was 3,856 pounds.
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Aecordingzto_the.:-following..Farm-Land Use diagram, all
lands in_farms=iucreased=between-1969=and--1971,r:but;:dec eased between 1971
and..1974a_--Forest. And other:.farmland:_inereased in.acreage_between 1969 and
1971.but-decreased betweeaT1971--andr1974.o_..Harvested�.eropland acreage has
:. - .. � . =- stead3.Iy-increased::between::1969_ and:l97fi_.and:=idle_eropland�;and pasture-
decteased-practically_ every. yeer_between_1969 and.1974s -.
_. AERTFORD COUNTY
FARM: :=LAND USES
acres
230000
220,000
210;000
200,000
190,000
180,000
166,158 -All Lands in -Farms
. 170,000 ..
l60,000 w 1 4,218 165,255..
161,889
15
150,000 154,953..
14U;000 r
130,000
120,000 1119521 Forest & Other Farmland
110,000 ,
10 , 318 660 �.107,242.­
103,806100,000 y.
90,000 101,190
.*s 80,000
70,000
60,000
50,000 1Iarvested Cropland
50,053
40,000 42,584 43,418 45,249 43,862 48,484
30,000
Idle Cropland & Pasture
20,000 13,516 11,177 10,785
10,000 9,388 5,651.
-3, 710
0 _ 1969 1970- - _ . _ 1971.......1972 :, - . 1973 1
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The following diagram of major crops harvested indicates an increase
in acres of corn harvested for grain for each year between 1969 and 1974,
except 1972. Acres harvested for peanuts have decreased slightly each year
between 1969 and 1974. Acres of Soybeans harvested decreased between-1969
and 1971, but increased between 1971 and 1974. Cotton acreage has steadily
decreased each year between 1969 and 1974 and tobacco acreage has shown
a decrease between 1969 and 1972. There was a slight increase in tobacco
between 1972 and 1973 and a subsequent decrease between 1973 and 1974.
HERTFORD COUNTY
MAJOR CROPS HARVESTED
acres
19,000
18,000
17,000
16,000
15,000 15, 84
14,000
13,000 1 ,520
12,000
11,000
10,000
9,000
8,000
7,000
6,000 6,784
5,000
4,000 3,649
3,000 y-
2,000 2,639
1,000
0
Corn for Grain
,600
17,827 6,069
15,643
Peanuts
15,426 1 15,181 15,017
,372
Soybeans
5,513 5,90
5,045 0
3,689 3,552 Cotton
3,375 2,939
Tobacco
2,611
2,419 2,386 2,583
1969* 1970 1971 1972 1973
18,771
14,977
10,718
2,476
1974
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`FORESTRY
The -following table--illustrates-the-distribution..of.forestry ownership
in Hertford -County:-in:.1974..-: The. majority:of. the:: forest- land -was owned by
commercial::forest interest.
TABLEXXI
AREA OF-COMMERCIAL..FORESTLAND,_BY:OWNERSHIP 1974
Per cent
_ _.._ .. Commercial of
Nationalz_.Other.. _Forest ; <.Misca Forest— Total
Coup w Forest:. ::Pub11ci.:industry:.-.Farmer_ --Private:-,--,- Land.- .7 Land Area
Hertford 0 ..z:172 31,325-.'- 779090_�37,135 145,722 64.0
The breakdowri_.of:7growing.:stock: in: Tab le-XXII_indicates -that pine
- ... -. and- sofe-.hardwoods r arer-the-.primary: growing stock.
TABLE XXII
:OF_GROW�ING�STOCK BY::SPECIES- GROUP, 1974 VOLUME
GROWING STOCK
All Other Soft Hard
County% .._ Species _Pine .Softwood_ Hardwood-- Hardwood
:-----Thousand-Cubic Feet-----
Hertford'._:::- . - - 20831647 7931874 .8,2M8 _:. 703-1781 49,784
.- .The-same_fact:is;true::.of-the.volume_-of:_sawtimber,�as .illustrated in Table
` XXIII.
TABLE XXIII
VOLUME -OF SAWTMBERrBY.SPECIES-GROUP,1974
Sawtimber
Other._ Other'.. Soft, Hard
County... Species _ Pine Softwood_. Hardwood Hardwood
Tho4sand^Board" Feet ` ----
Hertford 6681290 __316_1506 _36,102._ 203,522 122,160
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The amount of sawtimber in commercial forestlands being removed
in 1974 was greater than the annual growth, as illustrated in Table XXIV.
TABLE XXIV
NET ANNUAL GROWTH AND REMOVAL OF SAWTIMBER ON COMMERCIAL FORESTLAND
BY SPECIES GROUP, 1974
Growth Removal
Sawtimber -11BF Sawtimber - MBF
All All
County Species Softwood Hardwood Species Softwood Hardwood
Hertford 29,758 16,616 13,142 48,649 32,629 16,020
In 1974, the removal of growing commercial forestland stock was
greater than the annual growth of growing stock. (See Table XXV).
TABLE XXV
NET ANNUAL GROWTH AND REMOVAL OF GROWING STOCK ON COMMERCIAL FORESTLAND
BY SPECIES GROUP AND COUNTY
Growth Removal
Growing Stock - M Cu. Ft. Growing Stock - M Cu. Ft.
All All
County Species Softwood Hardwood Species Softwood Hardwood
Hertford 7,873 3,908 3,965 13,129 7,850 5,279
According to the report Impact '76, the farmers and the county as a
whole still face many problems. Among the list are crop production, since
many farmers do not stay abreast of ever-changingtechnology; farm manage-
ment, because many farmers do not know modern business techniques are
needed; marketing, since many farmers do not have basic information
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needed to support:efforts.to.improve.marketing;.pork production, because
growers= do not- properly =manage -.their facilities ;:`housings -because families
lack--knowledge-of-available-opportunities;_famiiy.relations, since many.
do not understand-this:is the--basis..of the.individual;-foods and nutrition,
since many-income1hxels3ilatk-proper•;nutrition; home management, because
families fail to -use -all resources; youth -participation, because many
: young..people:do-=not.participate in supplemental -activity; leadership.
developmenti.since adults are not aware of -the great need for mature
guidance,--parent-support,-as many parents_do:not give.needed support to,
youth activities; community development,.with.many.citizens=not supporting
efforts,to solve common..problems;.environmental quality., with many not
taking:individual,action.to reduce pollution.
EXISTING'LAND USE
Residential
Throughout.He.tford-:County.the:pattern.of::residential settlement is
similar--to-most_of-eastern.-North:.Carolina.-.::Single=family.residences make
up the majority-of_the.residential pattern. -A--few multi -family dwellings
can be _ found- ad j acent - to -the major urban centers,' but _ bona:' fide farms and-
individual -.homes are=scattered-'throughout the -county -along -primary and
secondary_roadse The•bulk;of.the_population has concentrated around
Murfreesboro:and-Ahoskie,.the two major urban -communities -in the county.
Commercial
The major comparison-shopping establishments:.can be_-found.in Ahoskie
and Murfreesboro.:_These:two retail centers are:.where_most:.of.the County's
population -orients -and --associates itself.: Some secondary association occurs
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with Harrellsville and Winton.
In addition to the major retail centers, convenience shopping and a
minor amount of comparison shopping is available throughout the remaining
rural communities. The large majority is strategically located along
primary transportation systems and at important crossroads. It is evident that
each location originated because of onetime population concentrations
and/or vehicular circulation.
Industry
Industrial lands are scattered throughout the county. Hertford County
possesses adequate locations, labor, transportation system and nearby
regional markets for industrial growth.
Wholesale establishments within Hertford County include wholesale
storage, tobacco warehouses, wholesale outlets, etc. The large majority
are located within the corporate limits of Ahoskie.and Murfreesboro.
However, a significant number of establishments are situated outside the
corporate boundaries adjacent or with easy access to major highways. Some
additional firms border U.S. 13, N.C. 350, and the Atlantic Coast Line
Railroad.
Governmental, Institutional, Recreation, and Cultural
The governmental and institutional land use classifications consist of
governmental services and educational facilities. There is little or no
institutional and governmental land use outside the municipalities. Most of
the governmental services are found in Winton, the County seat. In the
rural areas the only facilities of an institutional nature are schools and
the Department of Transportation yard.
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There is little reason to believe

.the .county.- will, -experience 7any- significant -:growth -within these two
categories.
The -primary. -.entertainment activity,:occurs�.in-conjunction
. with:Chowan_College:-with: the: churches of
various:.denominations.::scattered--throughout-the-County.,:These naturally
-reflect-,much oft. -of the:locah?people: Besides the
church . organizations, ,. various:..privatel.groups,,.: e. g. -fraternal orders,.
civic, ciubs,-.-telikiously�affillhted. groups, -, and..lodges::.provide -a `social
.outlet ..for: the. -rural .population:_ ;
_7. The_pattern.of=reeTeational land use shows.. some activity o�curring
:along -- the ..Chowan._'.River ,. _This, consists-. of boat launching -sites•,swimming
facil2ties =golf�..course-- cBoy cout .camp seasonal:=cottages and a few
:. marinas4--.:Most_of-this::recreational'activity.occurs_rear Winton or in the
Harrellsville area.
Although: mneh_ o£-the..activity occurs. alongti the. river;: this: represents
only-about-..50-percent: of`.the::total recreati.Dnal_.land. usage: -The location
of-existing�tecreation�-uses:_-is-illustrated:on-the�Existing�*land Use Map",
Current: --Plans,_ Policies:. and. Regulations
Hertford_County=has::been_;involved:_in...the..planning__process since the
y"early _1960's,.;'FollowingAs, a - list s of the-. many -reports _,completed during
r :,the- process_ to guide, land. use, decisions These planting tools will continue
-- us4ed :in,.guiding''.:thi6 impli tat-i of_ _t hiseplan.

(a) Economic Development Study, 1967 -
This study was written to be used as a reference by local
development interests, as well ag by industry in their
consideration of a new plant location and expansion by
existing industries.
(b) Subdivision Regulations, 1967 -
The purpose of the regulations is to establish procedures
for the plotting, recording and development of subdivided
land within Hertford County in order to promote the orderly
development of the County:
(c) Land Development Plan, 1967 -
This plan was written to serve as a guide for the long
range physical development of the county. The plan is
comprehensive, including all the major physical aspects.
(d) Land Potential Study, 1967 -
This plan consists of a survey and analysis of the major
settlement areas and land uses in the county. The location,
requirements, and interrelationships of these features have
been analyzed in order to determine prime areas for future
development into specific urban and urban -supporting uses.
(e) Zoning Ordinance, 1969 -
The regulations and districts set forth in this ordinance
were made in accordance with the Land Development Plan and
designed to lessen congestion in the streets; to secure
safety from fire, panic and other dangers; to promote health
and the general welfare; to provide adequate light and air;
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to:`prevent-overcrowding.:of-land;,�to,:avoid;undue--concentration
..of population;_to.:facilitate_the--adequate_provision of
transportation,_.water,:.sewerage;-,schools,_parks, and other
public -requirements..
:.. (f) Community Faci-lities.Plan and.:Public:.Improvements-Study, 1970
The facilities.plan_was,.based-on.personal._interviews with local
officials and_others..in-.an.effort_to analyze -,and. -.-evaluate trends
and probable-future..demands.-for facilities:.. Recommendations
were made -in the.plan:.as..to.sites,.facilities and services to
meet anticipated demands. Ttje.Public-Improvements Program
recommendszorder_of.priorityiand timing forcapital improvements
'listed as..neede& in -the -Community FacilitiesfPlan, including
recreation,-..library._and schools.
(g) Zoning..Ord-inanm..gpdate), 1971. -
To . update, the -.previous - ordinance. in: an -.:effort_ to cope with
changing trends. that_were..not-anticipated_.b :the_first"ordinance.
(h)_ Mobi-le.Home.and�-Travel.-Trailer-Park:>;Ordinance, 1973
This ordinance.provides for:planned:mobileKhome and -travel
trailer..parkAeve3.opment _in... the�unincorp-orated areas of
..Hertford County.
( ) .._Zoning _Ordinance.jupdate), 1975' -
same as (g) above.
Hertford -County,' -unlike -..many -counties, has -adopted -and ---.is enforcing
regulations. which_ serve:. as:.the.. tools= to .assure._proper..land..use. Full' -time
personnel:have_been..employed_:for_.several_years.to.enforce..the county's
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Zoning Ordinance, Mobile Home Parks Ordinance, Subdivision Regulations,
and State Building Codes. A building inspector is working full-time
throughout the County to enforce the State Building Codes. He also
enforces the Mobile Home and Travel Trailer Park Ordinance. A Director
of Planning.is..employed.by the County to enforce the Subdivision Regulations,
Zoning Ordinance and to direct special planning studies for the County
Planning Board -and -County Commissioners.
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CONSTRAINTS
The,-f-olloviing_analysis-has.been_made�of -the -gene ral suitability
'of_`the-undevelgped_.landsrwithin_the:Hertford_County--planning area for
development,..with._consideration_given.to the=col-lowdng,._J
l) Physical: Limitations:.for-Development;
2) Fragile Areas;
Areas .with .Reseurce Potentials
These factors`_will_be-analyzed,_and_whererpdssYble_`maped,
baseazupon- tle.best=information available
The_major_,pure©se_of-this_analysis_is_'to_assis min preparing
`the-land.classification_.mape_�It_is.reeognized;_however,.that some of
the_ardas_identified_as_a:result:of:the_land_suitAbilit3'r_anAlysis may
..be..designated_Areas-of-Euv-ironmental,Coneerno__Any_areas=so designated
as_.AEC'_s_shall=be_.subject_to_the_detailed_requirementsof,.Section III
..of_the_Guidelines_in_addition-to.:the_analysis_carried-out under this
subsection.
PHYS_I.CAL UMITAT_IONS FOR DEVLLOPMENT
An.identification-is made.of.areas-likely.to._have conditions
making development -costly -or causing=undesirable consequences if
developed. The following.:areas_are-requ ied_to._be identified:
Hazard Areas
(1). Man' -made -.(for example,.airports,..tank farms for
the storage of flamable liquids,.nuclear power plants);
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(2) Natural, including:
(a) Ocean erodible areas;
(b) Estuarine erodible areas;
(c) Flood hazard areas:
- Riverine;(floodplains and floodways)
- Coastal floodplains.
Areas with Soil Limitations
(1) Areas presenting hazards for foundations;.
(2) Shallow soils;
(3) Poorly drained soils; r
(4) Areas with limitations for septic tanks including both:
(a) areas that are generally characterized by
soil limitations, but within which small
pockets of favorable soils do exist; and
(b) areas where soil limitations are common
to most of the soils present.
Sources of Water SUDD1
(1) Groundwater recharge areas (bedrock and surficial);
(2) Public water supply watersheds;
(3) Wellfields.
Where Slope Exceeds'Twelve Percent
FRAGILE AREAS
An identification is made of those areas which could easily be
damaged or destroyed by inappropriate or poorly planned development,
such as:
(a) Coastal Wetlands;
(b) Sand Dunes along the Outer Banks;
(c) Ocean Beaches and Shorelines;
(d) Estuarine Waters;
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(e) Public Trust Waters;
(f) Complex Natural Areas;
(g) Areas that Sustain Remnant Species;
(h) Areas Containing Unique Geologic Formations;
(i) Registered Natural Landmarks;
(j) Others not defined in the Guidelines such as wooded swamps,
prime wildlife habitats, scenic and prominent high points,etc.;
(k) Archeologic and Historic Sites.
AREAS WITH -RESOURCE POTENTIAL
(a) Productive and unique agricultural lands, including:
-Prime agricultural soils;
-Potentially valuable agricultural lands with
moderate conservation efforts;
-Other productive or unique agricultural lands.
(b) Potentially valuable mineral sites;
(c) Publically owned forests, parks, fish and game -lands,
and other non -intensive outdoor recreation lands;
(d) Privately owned wildlife sanctuaries.
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APPLICABILITY TO HERTFORD COUNTY
Land use constraints that are evident in many counties are not applicable
to Hertford County. This fact is obvious from reading the list of fragile
areas to be identified -by all coastal counties. Those that are applicable
to Hertford County follows:
Hazard Areas: Natural hazard areas include the floodplains of the Chowan and
Meherrin Rivers and several small streams. To the extent of availability of
data, these are shown on the Existing Land Use Map. Man-made hazards include
the storage of flammable liquids and two airports. The former are associated
with relatively small retail enterprises (home heating suppliers, not true
"tank farm"). Tri-County Airport is located on N.C. 561 in the southwestern
part of the county. The other is a privately -owned sod field south of
Ahoskie near the Bertie County line. Both airports are in open country, not
in the immediate path of urbanization.
Soils Limitations: Hertford County contains several types of soil which
present limitations for building.foundation and septic.tank usage. These
are summarized later in the report.
Source of Water Supply: Virtually all domestic water in Hertford County
is obtained from ground.supplies. The location of individual well fields
are discussed in later sections of this report.("Rural Community Facilities"
or municipality reports, as appropraite).
Steep Slopes: There are no significant.areas of Hertford.County which have
ground slopes of more.than 12 percent. These exist only in very narrow strips
along stream banks.
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Wetlands: There are no coastal wetlands in Hertford County.
Sand Dunes Along Outer.Banks: Not Applicable.
Ocean Beaches and Shorelines: Not Applicable.
Estuarine Waters: The Chowan River is estuarine.
Public Trust Waters: Virtually all surface water in Hertford County
is "Public Trust Water".
Complex Natural Areas: Hertford County contains several wooded swamps which
should be considered complexnatural areas.
Areas that Sustain Remnant Species: The red -cockaded woodpecker and the
short -nosed Atlantic sturgeon are thought to be the only endangered species
which occur in the county. A small bear population exists along the Chowan
River near Harrellsville. The county contains numerous other small game
species and an abundant deer herd.
Unique Geological Formations: There are no unique geological.formations in
Hertford County.
Registered Natural Landmarks: There are no Registered Natural Landmarks
in Hertford County.
Archeological and Historic.Sites: Hertford.County contains four sites which
are listed in the National Register of Historic Places.
Productive and Unigne.Agricultural Lands: The use of land for agriculture.
was discussed as part of the "Population and Economy" section. Soil factors
of importance to agriculture are noted in this "Constraints section. Research
conducted in the preparation of this plan revealed no "unique" agricultural
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practices or potentials in the county.
Mineral Sites: Research conducted in the preparation of this plan revealed
no evidence of potentially valuable mineral deposits in the county.
Publicly -Owned Forests, Parks, etc.: Hertford County contains no publicly
owned forests, parks (other than municipal), fish and gamelands, or other
non -intensive outdoor recreation -lands.
Privately -Owned Wildlife Sanctuaries: Hertford County contains no privately
owned wildlife sanctuaries.
PHYSICAL LIMITATIONS
Topography
Hertford County is physiographically a part of the Atlantic Coastal
Plain. Its broad, flat surface is a landward extension of the ocean floor.
In geologic time whenever the sea was static in relation to the adjacent
land masses for an extended period of time, waves and currents leveled
the ocean floor forming a general flat surface or plain. As the ocean
floor was uplifted, a flat land surface emerged tilting gently toward the
Atlantic. In time, rivers, in search of an outlet to the sea, cut shallow
channels into the plain.
Today, broad flat interstreams, swamplands and relict dunes are the
dominant features. Elevations range from sea level along the Chowan River to
80 feet above sea level in the northwestern part of the county.
Geology
A study of the geology of an area is essential to the study of its
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ground water resources. Geologic formations of high permeability may readily
store and transmit ground water, whereas geologic formations of low permeability
may retard the movements of ground water. Thus, the occurrence and movement of
ground water depends, among other factors, upon the size, shape and physical
characteristics'of the geologic formations. In addition, ground water may
dissolve from or deposit chemicals in the material through.which it moves.
Thus, the chemical quality of ground water is dependent upon the geology of
an area.
The,county is covered by clays, sands and gravels of Quanternary age
which occur at elevations of from 80 feet to less than 15 feet above sea level.
This material ranges in thickness from a few feet to more than 50 feet, the
thickness generally being greatest in and adjacent to the Meherrin River
and Chowan River valleys.
Underlying the-surficial deposits are blue -gray clays, sands,marls, and
shell beds of late Miocene age, the Yorktown formation. This formation is
exposed intermittently along the major streams and occasionally in marl
pits of the interstream areas. Individual beds in the Yorktown formation are
'lenticular and cannot be traced for long distances either at the surface or
in the subsurface. Massive clay beds are predominant in the formation.
Lenticular sand and shell beds, less common than the clays, are more prominent
in the lower third of the formation. The thickness of the formation is variable
and increases progressively from west to east across the county. Underlying
,the Yorktown formation in age is the Beaufort formation.This formation typically
is composed of beds of glauconitic sand and calcareous clay containing thin
zones of indurated shells. The total thickness of this stratigraphic unit
increases progressively from the west to east across the county. Underlying
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the Yorktown formation in eastern and central Hertford County are deposits of
Paleocene age, the Beaufort formation. The Beaufort formation is 40 feet thick
at Ahoskie and 200 feet thick at Colerain in Bertie County. West of a line
through Ahoskie and Winton, there is apparently an abrupt facies change in the
Beaufort formation. Well cuttings in the western part of the county from
beneath the Yorktown formation and from above the Tuscaloosa formation, are
composed typically of coarse clastics containing a large percentage of
relatively fresh feldspar grains and variable amounts of light-colored clays,
silts, and lignitized wood fragments.
Underlying the Beaufort formation in central and eastern Hertford County
are sediments of late Cretaceous age, the Peedee formation. The-Peedee forma-
tion lies at an elevation of about 150 feet below sea level in the central part
of the county and at an elevation of about 400 feet below sea level in the
extreme eastern part of the county.
The Black Creek formation or the Tuscaloosa formation underlies the
Peedee formation in all parts of the county. The only available well samples
from the county that indicate the presence of the Tuscaloosa formation are
from a well at Murfreesboro. In this well 110 feet of the Tuscaloosa formation
was penetrated and the top of the formation was 225 feet below sea level.
Deeper wells in the county will probably penetrate lower Cretaceous sediments
beneath the Tuscaloosa formation.
Climate
Hertford County enjoys a rather temperate- climate with cold, but not
severe winters, and moderately warm summers. The average annual temperature is
approximately 60' F. July, the warmest month of the year, records an average
temperature of more than 78°F., while the average minimum temperature in
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I
January is slightly below 40°F. The frost free growing season extends from
about April 8 to November 8, approximately 210 days. Absolute below -freezing
temperatures, as well as hot spells exceeding 100°F., occur infrequently and
for short periods.
Rainfall is quite evenly distributed throughout the area, with all
seasons receiving sufficient precipitation to maintain forest vegetation.
The average annual precipitation is approximatley 49.7 inches. July and
August are the wettest months, receiving more than 5 and 6 inches respectively.
Snow -fall is light and averages about 8 inches a year, posing few problems.
The ground freezes only to a very shallow depth.
The long growing season permits, under favorable conditions, the growing
of two crops, such as oats and corn, in one season. In addition, the mild
climate is favorable to growing cover crops, hardy vegetables , and the
raising of livestock.
Surface Waters
Most of the county's flat to gently rolling surface is drained by the
Chowan, Meherrin, and Wiccacon rivers, and Potecasi Creek. The Chowan River
forms the eastern boundary between Hertford and Gates County. The Meherrin
River forms a portion of the western boundary, then turns eastward and
crosses the northern portion of the county where it empties into the Chowan
River. Both rivers originate to the north in the State of Virginia. The Chowan
has practically no slope, being nearly at sea level between the mouth of the
Meherrin and Albemarle Sound The slope of the Meherrin is less than one foot
per mile in the county. Potecasi Creek and Wiccacon River drain into the
Chowan River.
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Due to the relative flatness of the county, drainage is impeded over much of
the area. Narrow, swampy floodplains accompany most streams. Away from the
streams, swamps are usually located in structural depressions and associated
with high water tables.
Rivers and streams of North Carolina are classified by the N. C.
Department of Natural and Economic Resources, Office of Water and Air Quality
Resources according.to their existing or contemplated best usage. The
classifications are based on extensive studies of stream characteristics,
established water quality standards, and public hearings held within the area.
The following is a brief explanation of the classification system as to
best usage and conditions related to best usage.*
1. CLASS B WATERS
(a) Best Usage of Waters: Bathing and any other best usage except as
a source of water supply for drinking, culinary or food -processing
purposes.
(b) Conditions Related to Best Usage: The waters, under proper sanitary
supervision by.the controlling health authorities,.will meet accepted
standards of water quality for outdoor bathing places and will be
considered safe and satisfactory for bathing purposes. Also, suitable
for other uses requiring waters of lower quality.
2. CLASS C WATERS
(a) Best Usage of Waters: Fishing, boating, wading and any other usage
except for bathing or as a source of water supply for drinking,
culinary or food processing purposes.
(b) Conditions Related to Best Usage: The waters will be suitable for
fish and wildlife propagation. Also, suitable for boating, wading,
and other uses requiring waters of lower quality.
* "Water quality standards" applicable to each class are omitted here
because of length and technical detail;however, the applicable water quality
standards for each classification can be obtained from the Office of Water. & Air
Resources, Washington, N.C.
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3. CLASS D WATERS
(a) Best Usage of Waters: Agriculture, industrial cooling and process
water supply, fish survival, navigation, and any other usage, except
fishing, bathing, or as a source of water supply for drinking,
culinary or food processing purposes.
(b) Conditions Related to Best Usage: The waters without treatment and
except for natural impurities which may be present therein will be
suitable for agricultural uses and will permit fish survival. The
waters will also be usable after special treatment by the user as
may be needed under each particular circumstance for industrial
purposes, including cooling and process waters.
The following map depicts the classification of all surface.waters within
Hertford County.
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Soils
Hertford County lies within the middle and lower Coastal Plain physio-
graphic region of North Carolina with elevations ranging from 33 feet near
Bethlehem in the southeast to 105 feet near Murfreesboro. Two rather distinct
areas of higher elevations are observed: one projecting from the Virginia
line in the north -central area southwestward to Como and the other in the
Murfreesboro -Mapleton area contiguous to U.S 158.
The topography, as a whole, is gently -sloping to sloping with few
relatively flat table -lands which are located primarily along U.S. 13 from
Ahoskie to Winton and others in the southwestern portions of the county.
The soils are basically of deep, firm clays with inherent drainage patterns
ranging from poor to well drained. Prior erosion has enacted a heavy toll
on many of the lands. However, modern conservation techniques have done
much to correct and/or remedy this problem.
The General Soil Map shows seven soil associations, their location, and
extent. The accompanying interpretive tables show the suitability of these
soils for general agriculture and woods, and their limitations when used for
non -farm purposes, such as septic tank absorption fields, foundations for
light industries, or for dwellings where public sewerage -is available.
These maps and tables providethe general soils data needed to plan
the efficient use and orderly development of the County's natural land resources.
The General Soil Map is for broad planning purposes, and is not suitable
for planning the operation of a farm, or an individual field, because the
soils in one association ordinarily differ in slope, depth, drainage and
other characteristics that affect use and management.
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The seven soil associations in Hertford County are described as follows:
NORFOLK-GOLDSBORO-LYNCHBURG ASSOCIATION
With the exception of the Lynchburg series these soils have only slight
to moderate limitations -in use for both farm and non -farm purposes. The
Lynchburg soils. have severe limitations in use because of high water tables
and occasional flooding.
CRAVEN-DUPLIN-MARLBORO.ASSOCIATION
The soils of this association, although susceptible to erosion in many
cases, respond well to adequate fertilization and proper conservation practices
and will produce good to excellent yields under suitable climate conditions.
The Craven-Duplin members of this association have moderate to severe
limitations in use for such non -farm uses as septic tank filter fields, picnic
areas, industrial sites, roads, etc., due to.relative slow percolation within
the firm subsoils. The Marlboro member, for the most part, presents only
slight limitations in use for either farm or non -farm uses.
LENOIR-CRAVEN ASSOCIATION
The soils of this association have moderate to severe limitations in use
as agricultural lands due to high water tables, flooding, slow percolation
and slopes. They present severe hazards to use as septic tank fields,
industrial sites and other non -farm uses.
CAHABA-KALMIA ASSOCIATION
The soils of this association have moderate to severe limitations in use,;
both for farm and non -farm depending on the nature of the soils. Agriculturally,
the major soils in this association are droughty and extremely leachy. The
less well drained areas which encompass the heavier and firmer soils, are
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subject to high water tables and flooding and also have an erosion problem
which is accentuated by slope.
The major members of this association have only slight limitation in use
for septic tank fields, picnic areas, industrial sites, etc., but the minor
soils have moderate to severe limitation in each of similar categories.
LENOIR-COXVILLE ASSOCIATION
The soils of this association more or less reflect the "rough" lands of the
county and have severe limitation in use. They will respond to lime and
fertilizer but an intensive drainage system must.be installed and maintained
to provide normal yields. They have severe limitations for such non -farm
uses as septic tank filter fields, camp sites, picnic areas and industrial
sites because of high water tables, slow percolation and flooding.
JOHNSTON-CHASTAIN ASSOCIATION
Almost 100% of the association is in woodlands. Only a very few acres
have as yet been reclaimed and these have been seeded to pasture. Approximately
70% of the association falls in Land Capability.Class IV, 25% in Class III,
and the remainder in Classes V.and VII. Although these lands will in time
respond well to lime and fertilizers it is doubtful if many acres will ever
yield as much net profit if cleared as they are now .doing supporting mixed
hardwoods and soft woods. The soils of this association present such hazards
and limitations in use that they are not recommended or suited for any_non-farm
use.
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SWAM -MIXED ALLUVIUM (WET) ASSOCIATION
Very poorly drained undifferentiated soil materials of the flood plains
along the major drainage systems. These soils remain inundated throughout
most of the year.
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SOIL CONSERVATION SERVICE, RALEIGH. NORTH CAROLINA
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and .om•what poorly drained soils that have lrtsble sandy clay loam
subsoils; on high., lying uplands.
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SOIL INTERPREATATION
GENERAL SOIL MAP
HERTFORD COUNTY, NORTH CAROLINA
Appendix E-1
Z of Soil x in
Count Associations Assoc.
LIMITATIONS FOR
SUITABILITY FOR
Dwellings with
Recreation
Light
Industrial
Roads and
Streets
General
Agriculture
Woods
Pasture
Sewerage
Systems
Septic Tank
Filter Fields
Campsites
Picnic Areas
Intensive
play Area
6% 1. NORFOLK-GOLDSBORO-
LYNCHBURG
Norfolk 50T
Slight
Slight
Slight
Slight
Slight
Slight
Slight
Good
V
Good
Good
Good
Goldsboro 25%
Lynchburg 157
Mod.
Mod. Perc.
Mod. Traf.
Slight
Slight
Mod. Wt,
Mod. TSC
Good
Good
Good
Good
Sev.Wt.Fl.
Sev. Wt. F1.
Sev.Traf.Fl.
Sev.Traf.Fl.
Sev.Traf.Fl.
Sev. F1.
Sev. F1.
Good
Good
Good
Good
35% 2. CRAVEN-DUPLIN-MARLBORO
Craven SOI
Mod.Sh-Sw Wt.
Sev.Perc.Wt.
Slight to Mod.
Slight to Mod.
Mod.To Sev.
Mod.Sh-Sw Cor.
Mod.TSC.Er.
Fair
Good
Good
Fair
Du lin 20%
Marlboro 10%
Mod. Wt.
Mod.Wt.Perc.
Mod. Traf.
Mod. Traf.
Mod. Traf.
Mod. Wt. Cor.
Mod. TSC
Good
Good
Good
Good
Slight
Mod. Perc.
Slight
Slight
Slight
Slight
Mod. TSC Er.
Good
Good
Good
Good
48% 3. LENOIR-COXVILLE-CRAVEN
Lenoir 40%
Coxville 30%
Sev. F1.
Sev.F1.Wt.Perc
Sev. Traf. F1.
Sev. Traf. F1.
Sev.Traf.Fl.
Sh-Sw
Sev.F1.Wt.Cor.
Sev. TSC Er.
Fair
Good
Good
Good
Sev. Wt. Fl.
Sev.Wt.FI.Perc
Sev. Traf, Fl
Sev. Traf. F1.
Sev.Traf.Fl.
Sev.F1.Wt.Cor.
Sev.F1.Wt.TSC
Poor
Good
Good
Good
Craven 15%
Mod.Sh-Sw Wt.
Sev.Perc Wt.
Slight to Mod
Sli ht to Mod.
Mod. To Sev,
Mod.Sh-Sw Cor.
Mod. TSC Er
Fair
Good
I Good
Fair
2% 4. KALMIA-WAGRAM
Kalmia 50%
Slight
slight
Slight
Slight
Slight
Slight
slight
Good
Good
Good
Good
Wa ram 30%
Slight
Slight
S1! ht
Slight
Slight
Slight
Slight
Good
Good
Good
Fair
1% 5. CAPE FEAR-ROANOKE
.Cape Fear 40T
Roanoke 25%
Sev. Wt. Fl.
Sev.Wt.Fl.
Se l.Wt.
Sev. Wt. F1.
Sev.P1.Wt.
Sev.Wt.Fl.
Sev.F1.Wt.
Poor
Poor
Good
Good
Sev. Wt Fl.
Sev.Wt.Fl.-Sev.Wt.Fl.
Sev. Wt. F1.
Sev.F1.Wt.
Sev.Wt.Fl.
Sev.F1.Wt.
Poor
Fair
Good
Good
8% 6. DOROVAN-DARE-JOHNSTON
Dorovan 30%
Sev. F1.
Sev. F1.
Sev. Fl.
Sev, F1.
Sev. Fl.
Sev. F1.
Sev. F1.
Poor
Poor
Fair
Poor
Dare 30R
Sev. F1.
Sev. F1.
Sev. F1.
Sev. F1.
Sev. F1.
Sev. F1,
Sev. P1.
Poor
Poor
Faiz
Poor
Johnston 20%
Sev. F1.
Sev. F1.
Sev. F1.
Sev. F1.
Sev. F1.
Sev. F1
Sev. F1.
Poor
Poor
Fair
Poor
Abbreviations for Limiting Factors: Slopes >10% Slopes >10%
F1 - Flood hazard impose limi- impose limi-
Wt - Water table tations; 10- tations; 10-
Traf - Trafficability 25% - Mod.; 15% - Mod.;
Sh-Sw - Shrink -swell potential 25R+ - Sev. 15I+ - Sev.
R - Rock
Perc - Percolation rate TSC - Traffic supporting capacity
Cor - Corrosion potential Prod - Productivity
Er - Inherent erodibility AWC - Available water capacity
N. {. DIPANTNLNT DI ADNICDLTNNL ML DONXMATION SE-CL. NALCNIN. NONTN GNOLINA
Slopes >67 Slopes >10% Slopes >b7. slopes >ioz
impose limi- impose limi- impose limi- impose sev.
tations; 6- tations; 10- tations; 6- limitations
10% - Mod.; 25% - Mod.; 10% - Mod.;
10%+ - Sev. 25%+ - Sev. 10%+ - Sev.
Abbreviations for degree of limitations;
Slt. - Slight; Mod. - Moderate; Sev. - Severe
siopes >[Dz
impose sev.
limitations
j/ Structures whose footings are in
subsoil.
$/ Refers to roads and streets that
have subsoil for.base.
/ Peanuts, tobacco.
Corn, soybeans and small grain.
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EXISTING COMMUNITY FACILITIES
Water Facilities
1. The Bryantsville Community is located approximately three miles north
of Murfreesboro on U. S. 258 halfway between Murfreesboro and Como to the
northwest off U. S. 258. This Rural Water Association System consists of
one well and pumphouse, a chlorinator, a hydro -pneumatic tank and 2, 3 and 4-
inch water mains.
There are approximately_+5,300 linear feet of 2-inch main. +3,300 linear
feet of 3-inch main and +2,400 linear feet of 4-inch main for a total of
+2 miles of water mains.
The system was designed for 80.houses and there are presently approximately
74 connections. Construction of an additional well is under consideration.
Present Average Day Demand is estimated at 25,000.GPD,.increasing to
50,000 GPD by 2000.. The maximum.day.demand.is twice the average day demand
or 50,000 GPD, increasing_to.100,000.GPD.by 2000. Fire:.protection could
be provided to the.area by construction of a 100,000..gallon.elevated storage;
tank, which would meet fire flow requirements to the year.2000; however,
increased capacity.to.the distribution system to minimum.6-inch.diameter mains
will also be required to deliver fire flows.to residential areas.
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2. The Community of Union, home of a new technical college, is
located approximately three miles northwest of Ahoskie on N."C. 461.
The Union Utilities Corporation Water System.consists of two -.wells,
a storage tank and 2, 4 and 6-inch water mains for distribution of water.
Well No. 1 is located off.NCSR 1130 east of N.C. 461. Well No. 2 is
located west of NCSR 1135 approximately 1,000 feet north of N.C. 461.
Well No. 1 yields 90 GPM while Well No. 2 yields 100 GPM.
The elevated storage tank has a 50,000 gallon capacity and an overflow
of approximately 100 feet above foundation level. There are approximately
five miles of water mains.in the system. The 6-inch water mains dominate
the system with (66 percent) 17,300 linear feet, while the 2 and 4-inch
water mains.comprise approximately 790 linear.feet and 6900 linear feet
respectively.
Water Demands for the potential 197 connections,. the Technical College
and the new Mental Health -.Center is expected -to reach 50,000 GPD Average
Day Demand within a few years, and increasing -.to 100,000 GPD by the year,
2000. Maximum Day Demand -at twice the average day .demand will be 100,000
GPD increasing to.200,000 GPD by the year 2000. Storage requirements
as recommended by the National Association of Fire Underwriters is
240,000 gallons through the year 2000.
3. The Millennium Community, with financing from the Farmers Home
Administration, constructed.a water distribution system early in 1970.
The system consists of one drilled well with a reported yield of 68
GPM equipped with 5000 gallon hydro -pneumatic -tank. There are approximately
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4000 L.F. of 2-inch mains and 7100 L.F. of 4-inch mains in the water
distribution system.
Water demands for the potential 228 connections is estimated at 23,000
GPD Average Day Demand. Maximum Day Demand at twice the Average Day
Demand will be 46,000 GPD. It is projected that the Maximum Day
Demand will reach 100,000 GPD by the year 2000.
4.. No other significant water systems exist in Hertford County. Many
areas are, however, in need of water facilities and are discussed in
detail later in this study.
Sewer Facilities
There are no sanitary sewer systems in rural Hertford County.
School Facilities
The following schools are presently operating in Hertford County:
Name of School
Grades
A.S. Cherry
K-5
Ahoskie Graded School
1,2,3
Ahoskie Middle School
6,7,8
Ahoskie High School
9,10,11;12
C.S.Brown
K-5
Murfreesboro Middle School
6,7,8
Murfreesboro High School
9,10,11,12
R.L. Vann
4,5
Riverview
K-5
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Transportation
The county's present highway needs are met by three U.S.Highways, 13,
158, and 258; three State Highways, 45, 401 and 561; and a number of
roads. Together, they provide all parts of the county with an excellent
network of good highways. Approximately 30 miles west of the county, U.S.
158 crosses Interstate Highway 95, the most direct route to the major
population centers and market areas of the northeast and southeast.
The Carolina Trailways Bus Line provides the area with daily passenger
service. Stations are located in Ahoskie, Murfreesboro, and Winton.
The county is served by 12 interstate and 25 intrastate motor freight
lines.
The area is served by Seaboard Coast Line Railroad. Local service includes
two freight trains daily. The nearest passenger service is located at Weldon,
N.C., 43 miles away.
The nearest commercial airports are located at Rocky Mount (55 miles);
Elizabeth City (65 miles); and Norfolk, Virginia (65 miles). Local service for
small planes is provided by an airport near Ahoskie. This field serves
Hertford, Northampton and Bertie Counties.
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PUBLIC PARTICIPATION ACTIVITIES
Major Land Use Problems
Many local governments in the Coastal Area of North Carolina are experiencing
major problems as a result of'poorly planned use of land. A list of potential
problems would be too numerous to mention in this Plan. They may range from
incompatible mixture of land uses (a smoke stack industry locating within
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a residential community) to the destruction of vital salt marshes which are.
essential as a food source for many kinds of fish.
These problems may be a result of many factors: for instance, the
lack of enforced minimum standards for development (zoning, subdivision
regulations, etc.); or the failure of local officials to use such standards:
properly. Hertford County, unlike the majority of other Coastal Counties, has
had an active land use planning program since 1963.
Since then, the county has made progressive strides that are not evident
in the majority of the-20 coastal counties. For instance, in 1967 the county
prepared a Land Development Plan which identifies land use problems that may
occur in the future.
In an effort to cope with the anticipated problems, the necessary "rules
of -order" have been implemented throughout the county. One such "rule" is
the Hertford County Zoning Ordinance. This ordinance is enforced throughout
the county. Its purpose is to assure a compatible mixture of land uses,
establish minimum lot sizes according to the availability -of certain services
(i.e. lots having access to a public water system may be reduced from 20,000
sq. ft. to 15,000 sq. ft.), and to protect flood -prone areas from development
that may be destroyed due to frequent flooding.
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Enforcement of the Hertford County Subdivision Regulations assures
the county of proper neighborhood design by requiring minimum standards
for lot size, minimum street design standards, minimum services (water,
sewer, electricity, etc.). These minimum standards of development are
required of the developer to protect the public's health and safety. If
the land is developed poorly, the cost of correcting the developer's ;
mistakes frequently fall back on county tax resources. The county's
interest in new development is continuing and permanent while that of the
developer is usually temporary. Properly enforced regulations for sub-
divisions will reduce the probability of a poorly developed subdivision
of land.
Hertford County is enforcing an ordinance to assure proper development
of mobile home and travel trailer parks. Minimum standards are required
based upon similar principles incorporated -in the subdivision regulations.
In an effort to improve the quality and safety of buildings, minimum
standards are enforced by the county for building structures, electrical
wiring, and plumbing.
With the passage of the recent water bond, growing, densely populated
rural areas will have access to public water of high quality and quantity.
Hertford County's accomplishments in land use planning are goals
sought by the Coastal Area Management Act for all coastal counties. Not
only has Hertford County been studying land use and its accompanying
problems, but the county is also enforcing the necessary regulations needed
to guide growth to areas suited for development and away from areas considered
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too fragile for development. As a result, the county is not experiencing
the major land use problems that are so evident in other coastal counties.
Because Hertford County is the coastal county located farthest from the
coast, many of the fragile and environmentally critical areas that have
been identified by the Coastal Area Management Act are not located in
Hertford County (i.e. sand dunes, ocean beaches,etc.). Those areas that
, have been identified as fragile and. environmentally critical areas earlier
in this report have been protected for many years from destructive
land use trends through the enforcement of the ordinances previously discussed.
As a result of past planning efforts, no major land use problems have been
identified. At this time, Hertford County can foresee no major trends in
the economy which may have any significant impact on future land use.
The county will continue to enforce these minimum development standards
throughout the county with special attention to areas that are identified
by the county and the Coastal Resources Commission as fragile and environ-
mentally critical areas. Through this continued planning effort and
cooperation with appropriate state and federal agencies, Hertford County
will strive in the future to avoid major land use problems that prove
destructive to fragile, environmentally critical areas and areas where
important natural environments are found.
Alternative Policies
The goals and policies adopted by the county citizens were formed as a
result of various methods used to measure citizen views.
A set of alternative goals may be established for various public service
categories based upon the results of the citizen survey/questionnaire that
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was distributed throughout the county. They are as follows:
(a) Law Enforcement: Drugs were perceived to be a problem and more
money should be spent to control illegal drugs. More money should
be spent for crime -prevention and control,and to control organized
crime.
(b) Environmental Considerations: Industries and large developments
should be required to file environmental impact statements. Economic
development should not be considered over environmental considerations
and more jobs should not be considered over clean air and water. It.
would be worth paying a higher cost for products if it meant no
pollution.
(c) Land Use Planning: Mobile homes should be subject to minimum
standards of design and layout on the land. There is danger in
rapid development,and growth should be slow and controlled. The
county should continue to plan future development.
(d) Educational Facilities: School facilities and services are
adequate; however, more should be spent to maintain and enhance
educational opportunities to all Hertford County citizens.
(e) Community Facilities: Community facilities are serving the community
well. More money should be spent for services to maintain and enhance
the delivery of county services to all Hertford County residents.
(f) Recreation: Recreation facilities are inadequate and more public
funds should be appropriated for public recreation facilities and
programs.
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(g) Industrial Development and Employment: Unemployment and employment
opportunities are problems that should be alleviated. There is not
enough economic development in the county and more industry would
improve the quality of life. Industry should not be allowed to
develop at the expense of the environment.
(h) Medical Facilities: Medical facilities and staff are inadequate,
and more money should be spent for health and medical care.
(i) Social Services: More public funds should be spent for assistance to
the old and poor.
Land Use Policy Statement
As a result of the in-depth study of past, present, and projected
land use, a policy statement, to be used as a guide for future land use
decisions, was adopted. It calls for the continuing enforcement of the
county Zoning Ordinance, Subdivision Regulations, Mobile Home and Travel
Trailer Park Ordinance and Building Codes within each of the five classi-
fications of land. Emphasis will be placed on compatible land use practices
within each classification. The following policy statements served as a
guide for classifying land in Hertford County.
The Developed classification designates all land that has access to both
public water and sewer and 2,000 people per square mile. In areas of Hertford
County so designated, all of the ordinances and codes will continue to be
enforced. The zoning districts which will be allowed to develop are
residential -agriculture, riverside residential and camping, riverside business,
heavy industrial, light industrial, highway commercial, and historic districts.
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The Transition classification designates all land that has either
2,000 population per square mile and no public water and sewer, or land that
has public water and sewer but does not have 2,000 people per square mile.
The same ordinances, codes, and zoning districts applicable to the Developed
Classification will'apply to the Transition classification.
The Community.classification designates all lands that have minimum pub-
lic services and includes clusters of one or more land uses. The same ordi-
nances, codes and zoning districts applicable to the Developed classification
will apply to the Community classification.
The Rural classification includes all lands not included in the Developed,
Transition., Community and Conservation classes., All adopted minimum standards
for development shall apply to this Classification. The airport district
and the zoning districts allowed in the Developed classification -will apply
to the Rural Classification.
Conservation is the fifth class. This identifies all land which should
be maintained essentially in its normal state and where very limited or
no public services are provided. These lands are fragile and may be easily
destroyed by development. All minimum standards for development will apply
to conservation designated areas. The flood plain and historic districts
of the Zoning Ordinance will be allowed to develop in Conservation lands.
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Public Participation
The Hertford County Citizen Planning Team.made various efforts to
acquire citizen input into this plan. .
The County Commissioners delegated the responsibility for developing
the plan and acquiring.citizen input to the Planning Board. Questionnaires
were distributed in an effort to reach.the 6,555 households in the county.
Planning Board meetings were open for anyone who wished to voice their
input. The local newspapers printed Coastal Area Management materials
and dates of meetings. The local radio station (WRCS) ran public service
spots urging participation and explaining the Coastal Area Management.Act. Civic
club requests were numerous and requests were fulfilled by a Coastal Area
Management Act presentation and questionnaire distribution.
The planning process in Hertford County has been continuous since the
early 1960's.- Accomplishments that have been achieved during this time
have been listed in this study under the section entitled "Previous Planning".
Throughout this process numerous public meetings and hearings have been held
by local citizens. Periodically, every segment and cross section of the
Hertford County population has been active or aware of the planning process
throughout this time frame.
Turnout at the Planning Board's Public meetings regarding Coastal Area
Management has been relatively light despite efforts made to encourage
the public's participation. The light turnout may be attributed to various
factors identified by Mr. David Stick at a county -wide public hearing on
June 4, 1975, as follows:
(1) Land development pressures on Hertford County are not as intense
and varied as the immediate Coastal Area. As a result, Hertford
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County citizens tend not to identify with coastal problems
as these are defined in the remainder of the coastal plain.
(2) Hertford County has been actively planning since the early
1960's. They have adopted and .are enforcing those land use
tools identified earlier in this.report. As a result the
planning process is nothing "new", and many may believe their
initial input to be sufficient.
The effort to acquire citizen views -was made by local officials
in Hertford County as outlined in this section.. The results of that effort
and the results of the questionnaires were incorporated into the Coastal
Area Management Act Plan and Policy Statement.
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ESTIMATED DEMAND
Population and Economy
The population of Hertford County is projected to increase at a moderate
rate each decade to the year 2025.
The past trend of population distribution represents a desire of county
residents to live within corporate boundaries. This trend is loosing
momentum and is expected to decline more as a result of the county's efforts
to extend public services to rural areas --- particularly public water services.
The county may witness an increase in the demand for a variety of public
services as this trend continues.
Hertford County is expected to continue the trend of rural farm
dwellings decreasing while the percent of rural non -farm residences increase.
Until job opportunities are enhanced to a greater degree,.the county
will continue to loose productive citizens in the age group 25-44. A
corresponding increase in the dependent, non -productive age group will
continue to increase at a greater rate. This imbalance will continue to be
detrimental to the level of material well-being.
Until employment opportunities are more numerous for the county's
minority population, the out -migration of this population segment is expected
to continue.
Future Land Needs
The area of land designated on the Hertford County Land Classification
Map as Developed was based upon existing population, services, and density of
development. The Transition classification was designated in areas where growth
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has already occurred or where facilities have already been constructed in
anticipation of growth. The Community designation applies to areas where
minimum services are located or expected to be developed for a cluster of
residents. Rural areas remain where the extension of services is
anticipated to.be minimal.
Conservation areas were designated where lands were considered too
fragile for development.
These principles served as a guide to the Citizen Planners as they
determined future land needs for each designated land classification. The
ten year population estimate was also used as a guide in conjunction with
the principles just described.
If future growth is guided by these principles, the capabilities of
the land and water to sustain the estimated population increase will be
enhanced.
Community Facilities Needs
Sewer Services
It has been recommended by the Comprehensive Water and Sewer Study
for Hertford County that the present practices of using septic tanks
and leeching fields for the disposal of waste from residences and
small commercial users throughout the rural areas of the county be
continued.
According to the Regional Water Resources Management studies, the
following recommendation is made:
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The Towns of Aulander and Ahoskie, and the Millennium and South Aulander
Water Associations have recently been delineated into the same "201 Facility
Planning Area".
Pending final conclusions of the facility study, it is recommended that
the Town of Aulander and the two water associations continue present methods
of wastewater disposal and treatment.
School Facilities
Table XXVI lists the County's public schools, the average daily
membership (ADM) for the school year 1974-75, and.the capacity of each
building facility to house additional students.* Three schools are presently
operating at maximum capactiy while the remainder have enough space to
increase the number of students by 100-200 pupils.
TABLE XXVI`
Name of School Grades ADM for 1974-75 Capacity
A. S. Cherry
K-5
126
100 more
Ahoskie"Graded School
1,2,3
613
Maximum
Ahoskie Middle School
6,7,8
892
Maximum
Ahoskie High School
9,10,11,12
1087
100 more
C. S. Brown
K-5
254
200 more
Murfreesboro Middle School
6,7,8
524
100 more
Murfreesboro High School
9,10,11,12
657
100 more
R. L. Vann
4, 5
440
200 more
Riverview
K-5
590
Maximum
*Assistant Superintendent, Hertford County Public School system.
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Primate Transportation Facility
According to the Department of Transportation, the practical capacity
for a two-way highway is between 5,700 - 8,200 vehicles per day. According
to a recent traffic count of the Hertford County transportation network by
the Department of Transportation, there are no public transportation routes
presently exceeding the maximum capacity.
There are two averages that are close to the recommended maximum
capacity. Highway 158-258 between S.R. 1300 and the Murfreesboro town
limits averaged 7,400 vehicles per day while highway 13 immediately north
of the Ahoskie town limits averaged 8,000.
Water Services
Hertford County should contemplate becoming the owner of the Bryantsville
Water Association, act as the local unit of government and receive grant funds.
for the area. The change of ownership should be by negotiated contract with
terms agreeable to both parties.
According to Region Q's publication titled Water Resources Management,
the Bryantsville water system should add a second well.
It is suggested that Hertford County investigate the possibility of
owning the Union Water Association. Under County ownership, the association
will become eligible for state and federal grants and be under the financial
responsibility of the County.
Water supply will continue to be provided from groundwater sources in
the area. Wells should be designed to pump the maximum day demand in a 12-hour
pumping period. In the case of.the Union Water Association. this will, require a
well pumping rate of 280 GPM.
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An additional 200,000 gallons of elevated storage should be provided
in order to meet fire flow recommendations to the year 2000.
The Water Resources Management studies written for Region Q suggests
that the Union Water Corporation maintain their existing system.
It is suggested that Hertford County become owner of the Millenium Water
Association. This can be accomplished through negotiations.with,the officials
of the County and the Millennium Water Association. With the County of Hertford
the owner, grants may be received for system construction, maintenance
and operation. Under the Non -Profit Association, no Clean Water Bond Grants
from the State of North Carolina can be received which imposes restrictions
for development of the water system to the area.
Water supply will continue to be provided from groundwater sources
in the area. Wells should be designed to pump the Maximum Day Demand in a
12-hour pumping period. In the case of Millennium Water Association this
will require a well pumping rate of 140 GPM.
To meet the fire flow recommendations of the National Association of
Fire Underwriters through the year 2000, 240,000 gallons of elevated
storage should be provided ( or 250,000 in standard tank sizes).
The region study by the Mid -East Commission titled Water Resources
Management recommends that the Millennium Water Corporation join the Aulander
and South Aulander systems.
Detailed cost estimates of Phase I - Immediate Needs are provided in the
appendix. Estimates of other phases are provided to show the project in terms
of current costs so the total scope of the Water Facilities Plan for the 25
year design period may be comprehended. Estimates shown include all costs
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expected to be incurred by the construction of the proposed water
systems, i.e., service connection including meter, valves, hydrants, booster
stations, tanks, engineering, administrative, legal and others.
Sewage Facilities
No rural sewage facilities are being contemplated during the
planning period.
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CARRYING CAPACITY: LAND AND WATER
The Coastal Resources Commission is requiring that crucial and
identifiable carrying capacity issues be addressed in the land use plans.
"Particular attention should be given to the capability of the land to
sustain whatever growth is called for, with emphasis on the limitations
of the natural resources of the area." The planning problem thus involves
determining at a point in time, given existing and available technology,
existing economic ability to finance growth, available energy resources,
and acceptable concepts of life styles, the optimum carrying capacity,
of an area.
The increasing awareness of the great value, both in ecological and
in economical terms, of our estuarine waters and wetlands has caused
increased concern over the quality of our coastal surface waters. These
coastal waters are the collecting basins for land run-off from adjacent
areas, for the drainage of the entire eastern divide, and for seepage of
effluents from adjacent ground waters.
Perhaps the most significant index is the number of acres of state.
waters closed to the taking of shellfish. As of,the end of February,
approximately 670,000 acres, or about one-third of the state's coastal
waters, were closed to our oyster and clam fishermen. Anotherindication
of the degredation of water quality is the increases in fish diseases over
the past decade culminating in significant fish mortalities in Albemarle
Sound during the summer of 1975. Such trends are not as yet irreversible.
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Diminution of the quality and availability of ground water resources
in the coastal area is also a significant potential problem in the coastal
area and hence also a potential carrying capacity limitation.
Most of the groundwater pollution resulting from surface activities
remains within the upper few feet of the water table; however, the polluted
ground water flows laterally and discharges into streams, sounds, and
other surface water bodies, and usually causes deterioration of the
surface water quality.
Areas in which the water table aquifer is the primary source of
fresh water and areas in which the soil conditions are not suitable for
waste treatment should be protected with stringent regulations to prohibit
the installation of any surface pollution into the surface waters.
The increasing density pattern of septic tank systems in the coastal
area has led to a degredation of both ground and surface waters.
The most recent figures indicate that in the 20 county coastal
area, 89% of the land areas have soils judged to be unsuitable for
conventional septic tank systems. Summarized in a different way, if
conventional septic systems are used for sewage disposal in the coastal
area region, approximately 90% of these systems will malfunction and fail
within the first year's use.
It might be appropriate to point out here that many coastal communities
may assume that the adoption and enforcement of more stringent septic tank
and land use density regulations, whether at the state or local level,
coupled with the possible inability of the communities to finance central
sewage facilities, may tend to severely retard economic development. However,
the real long run effect is that such limitations should encourage an ordered,
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thoughtful pattern of development which benefits not only the permanent
residents of the area but developers as well.
Detailed information concerning * actual and potential water quality
problems in Hertford County follows:
Waste Treatment Plants
Ahoskie
Design capacity: 0.8 MGD
Current Flow: 0.5 MGD
Receiving stream: Ahoskie Creek ( C-Swp )
Treatment: trickling filter, chlorination
Adequacy: adequate
Murfreesboro
Design capacity: 0.6 MGD
Current flow: 0.2 MGD
Receiving stream: Meherrin River (C)
Treatment: 'lagoons
Adequacy: needs upgrading, chlorination
Winton
Design capacity: 0.06 MGD
Current flow: 0.12 MGD
Receiving stream: Chowan River (B)
Treatment: intermediate trickling filter
Adequacy: not adequate
Areas of Concern
Harrellsville, Cofield - moderately dense development, unsewered. Severe
septic tank problems due to unsuitable soil.
Tunis - potential for extensive industrial development.
*This material was prepared by the Regional Water Quality Engineers of
the Northeastern and Southeastern Field Offices of the Department of Natural
and Economic Resources.
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Areas that are not presently served by water and sewer services
obviously have carrying capacities that are determined primarily by
percolation characteristics of the soils. The conventional septic tank (and
the improved versions of the standard tank design) must disperse effluent at
a specified rate. In addition a minimum distance from wells must be maintained
to avoid contamination. The County Sanitarians Office has the authority and
responsibility to test soils and determine densities in a manner consistant
with public health. Typically,the minimum size lot will be 1/2 acre in
areas that soil percolate well. Throughout the county population growth
and location can be "steered" by the Land Development Plan backed up by a
number of implementary tools such as a Flood Plain Ordinance, Zoning Ordinance,
or Subdivision Regulations. In this plan, the Land Classification Map. provides
a general policy statement concerning where different densities will occur
in the county in the future.
The capacity of the land and water to sustain growth served as the
basic principle for population and density allocation to the various
classifications of land (see page 63 ).
Areas of the county witnessing carrying capacity problems were not
allocated intensive population growth that would increase the severity of
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PLAN'DESCRIPTION
Land Classification
The purpose of the Land Classification System is to encourage
coordination and consistency between local land use policies and those
of State Government. Lands are classified by the local governments. The
Coastal Resources Commission then reviews those classifications to ensure
conformance with minimum guidelines for the system. The coastal county maps
taken together will be the principal policy guide for governmental decisions
and activities which affect land use in the coastal area.
The system provides a guide for public investment in land. For
example, state and local agencies can anticipate the need for early
acquisition of lands and easements in the Transition class for schools,
recreation, transportation and other public facilities.
The system can also provide a useful framework for budgeting and
planning for -the construction of community facilities such as water and
sewer systems, schools, and roads. The resources of many state and
federal agencies, as well as those of the local government which are used
for such facilities, can then be more efficiently allocated.
In addition, such a system will aid in better coordination of regulatory
policies and decisions. Conservation and Rural Production lands will help
to focus the attention of state and local agencies and interests concerned
with the valuable natural resources of the state. On the other hand,
lands in the Transition and Community classes will be of special concern to
those agencies and interests who work for high quality development through
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local land use controls such as zoning and subdivision regulations.
Finally, the system can help to provide guidance for a more
equitable distribution of the land tax burden. Private lands which are in
the Rural and Conservation classes should have low taxes to reflect the
policy that few, if any, public services will be provided to these lands.
In contrast, lands in the Transition class should be taxed to pay for the
large cost of new public services which will be required to support the
density of growth anticipated.
The following is a list describing each classification and its
applicability to Hertford County. ,
Developed
The Developed classification designates all land that has access to both
public water and sewer, educational systems, and road systems --all of which -
are able to support the present population and its accompanying land uses
including commercial, industrial, and institutional. These are areas with a
minimum population of 2,000 people per square mile. In Hertford County, only
Ahoskie and Murfreesboro meet these criteria..
Transition '
The Transition classification designates all land that has either 2,000
people per square mile and no public water and sewer, or land that has public
water and sewer but does not have 2,000 people per square mile. All land
within the corporate limits of Winton is classified as Transition. In addition
Transition lands are identified immediately adjacent to the Winton,
Ahoskie, and Murfreesboro town limits.
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Community
The Community classification designates all lands that have minimum
public services and includes clusters of one or more land uses. The
Community class is mapped at several locations in Hertford County. These
include: Millenium, St. John, Poor Town, U.S. 13 and S.R. 1419 south of
Ahoskie, Union, Menola, California, Oak Villa, Cofield, Harrellsville,
Como, Barretts Crossroads, Mapleton, and areas south and east of the
Murfreesboro planning area.
Rural
The Rural classification includes all lands not included in the Developed,
Transition, Community and Conservation classes. Only limited public services
are expected to be developed in these areas (access roads, electrical lines,
etc.). The majority of Hertford County's land is classed -as Rural.
Conservation
Conservation is the fifth class. This identifies all land which should
be maintained essentailly in its natural state and where very limited or no
public services are provided. These lands are fragile and may be easily
destroyed by development. Areas adjacent to the Chowan, Meherrin, and
Wiccacon Rivers have been proposed as Conservation. These areas have been
identified as flood prone areas and wooded swampland.
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Population and Density Allocation
The majority of the population increase estimated to occur within
the ten year planning period will be encouraged to develop in the county
where identified constraints are not apparent. In the Capacity Section
of this report, Ahoskie is the only municipality in Hertford County with
a sewer treatment operation judged as adequate by the Regional Water
Quality Engineers of the Department of Natural and Economic Resources;
therefore, most of the population growth should occur within the Ahoskie
Planning Area. Ahoskie/Aulander has been designated as a 201 sewer
planning area. The 201 report will not be completed until July, 1976. The
Town should implement the recommendations of the report.
The Murfreesboro Planning area can withstand very little of the
estimated urban growth portrayed for the county in this report. According
to the Water Quality Engineers' report, the Murfreesboro treatment facility
needs upgrading and chlorination in order to service the existing population.
Murfreesboro will be presented with a 201 sewer facility report with
recommendations for upgrading their facility. In order to sustain
continued urban growth, the town should implement suggested recommendations
from the 201 report.
The Town of Winton's treatment system is inadequately serving the,
existing population. The Town cannot withstand further urban growth without
first upgrading its sewer treatment facilities. The recommendations of the
201 sewer facility plan should be implemented to adequately service the
existing population and future urban growth.
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The Harrellsville, Cofield and Como areas may sustain significantly
little population increase due to soil constraints to septic tanks.
Until these areas implement the construction of sewer treatment facilities,
the feasibility of accomodating intensive urban development is impractical.
When the 201 sewer facilities study for these areas is complete,
recommendations of the 201 study should be implemented in order to service
existing and future growth.
A small segment of the estimated population increase should locate
in the rural areas of the county. This development should be
encouraged to occur within the Community designated areas where the
county's public water system is scheduled to be constructed.
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POTENTIAL AREAS OF ENVIRONMENTAL CONCERN
The Coastal Area Management Actprovides that local land use plans "shall
give special attention to the protection and appropriate development of
Areas of Environmental Concern".
The 1974 Legislature found that "the coastal area, and in
particular the estuaries, are among the most biologically productive
regions of this State and of the nation" but in recent years the area
"has been subjected to increasing pressures which are the result of
the often conflicting needs of a society expanding in industrial
development, in population, and in'the recreational aspirations of its
citizens".
"Unless these pressures are controlled by coordinated management,"
the Act states, "the very features of the coast which make it economically,
aesthetically, and ecologically rich will be destroyed". -
To prevent this destruction the Act charges the Coastal Resources
Commission with the responsibility for identifying types of areas, and
designating specific areas --water as well as land -- in which uncontrolled
or incompatible development might result in irreparable damage. It further
instructs the Commission to determine what types of use or development are
appropriate within such areas, and it calls on local governments to give
special attention to these environmentally fragile and important areas in
developing their land use plans.
For the local government identification program, the local
governments are required to use the categories and descriptions included
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in the Coastal Resources Commission's Guidelines. Specifically, local
plans must list each class of potential AEC which occursin the community.
Written statements of specific land uses which may be allowed in each of
the proposed classes of AECs must be included. These allowable land
uses must be consistent with the policy objectives and appropriate land
uses adopted by the Coastal Resources Commission..
The following are proposed AECs to be considered as permanent areas
at a later date by the Coastal.Resources.Commission.
Historic Places
(a) Description: Defined as historical, archaeological, and
other places and properties owned, managed or assisted by the State
of North Carolina; and properties of areas that are designated by the
Secretary of the Interior a. National Historic Landmarks.
(b) Significance: Historic resources are both non-renewable and
fragile. They owe their significance to their association with American
history, architecture, archaeology, and culture.
(c) Appropriate Land Uses: Land use which will result in substantial
irreversible damage to the historic value of the area is inappropriate.
(d) Applicability to Hertford County: Properties in Hertford County
which meet the definition of "historic places" include the.John Wheeler
House and the Rea Store, both located in Murfreesboro.
Estuarine Waters
(a) Description: Estuarine waters are.defined as "all of the water
of the Atlantic Ocean within the boundary of North Carolina and all
the waters of the bays, sounds, rivers, andtributaries thereto seaward of the
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dividing line between coastal fishing waters and inland fishing waters, as
set forth in an agreement adopted by the Wildlife Resources Commission and
the Department of Conservation and Development filed with the Secretary of
State.
(b) Significance: Estuaries are among the most productive natural
environments of North Carolina. They not only support valuable commercial
and sports fisheries, but are also utilized for commercial navigation,
recreation, and aesthetic purposes. Species dependent upon estuaries such
as menhaden, shrimp, flounder, oysters, and crabs make up over 90 percent
of the total value of North Carolina's commercial catch. These species must
spend all or some part of their life cycle in the estuary. The high level
of commercial and sports fisheries and the aesthetic appeal of coastal
North Carolina is dependent upon the protection and sustained quality of our
estuarine areas.
(c) Appropriate Uses: Highest priority shall be allocated to the
conservation of estuarine waters. The development of navigational channels,
the use of bulkheads to prevent erosion, and the building of piers or
wharfs where no other feasible alternative exists are examples of land uses
appropriate within estuarine waters, provided that such land uses will
not be detrimental to the biological and physical estuarine functions and
public trust rights. Projects which would directly or indirectly block
or impair existing navigation channels, increase shoreline erosion, deposit
spoils below mean high tide, cause adverse water circulation patterns, violate
water quality standards, or cause degradation of shellfish waters are generally
considered incompatible with the management of estuarine waters.
(d) Applicability to Hertford County: Estuarine waters in Hertford County
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have been identified as the Chowan River, the Meherrin River, and the
Wiccacon River as far west as N.C. 45.
Public Trust Waters
(a) Description: _All waters of the Atlantic ocean and the lands thereunder
from the mean high water mark to the seaward limit of State jurisdiction;
all natural bodies of water subject to measurable lunar tides and lands
thereunder to the mean high water mark; all navigable natural bodies of
water and lands thereunder to the mean high water or ordinary high water
mark as the case may be, except privately owned lakes to which the public
has no right of access; all waters in artificially created bodies of water
in which exists significant public fishing resources or other public resources,
which are accessible to the public by navigation from bodies of water in
which the public has rights of navigation; all waters in artificially
created bodies of water in which the public has acquired rights by prescription,
custom, usage, dedication or any other means. In determining whether the
public has acquired rights in artificially created bodies of water, the
following factors shall be considered: (i) the use of the body of water
by the public; (ii) the length of time the public has used the area; (iii)
the value of public resources in the body of water; (iv) whether the public
resources in the body of water are mobile to the extent that they can move
into natural bodies of water; (v) whether the creation of the artificial
body of water required permission from the State; and (vi) the value of the
body of water to the public for navigation from one public area to another
public area.
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(b) Significance: The public has rights in these waters including
navigation and recreation. In addition, these waters support valuable
commercial and sports fisheries, have aesthetic value, and are important
potential resources for economic development.
(c) Appropriate Uses: Any land use which interferes with the public right
of navigation, or other public trust rights, which the public may be
found to have in these waters, shall not be allowed. The development
of navigational channels, drainage ditches, the use of bulkheads to prevent
erosion, and the building of piers or wharfs are examples of land uses
appropriate within public trust waters provided that such land uses will
not be detrimental to the biological and physical functions and public
trust rights. Projects which would directly or indirectly block or
impair existing navigation channels, increase shoreline erosion, deposit
spoils below mean high tide, cause adverse water circulation patterns,
violate water quality standards, or cause degradation of shellfish waters
are generally considered incompatible with the management of public trust
waters.
(d) Applicability to Hertford County: Includes all waters that are
capable of being navigated in its natural condition by the ordinary modes
of navigation used for recreational purposes.
Areas that Sustain Remnant Species
(a) Description: Areas that sustain remnant species are those places
that support native plants or animals, rare or endangered, within the
coastal area. Such places provide habitat conditions necessary for the
survival of existing populations or communities of rare or endangered
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species within the county. Determination will be by the Commission based
upon accepted lists published by the State or Federal Government and
written reports or testimony of competent experts indicating that a
species is rare or endangered within the coastal area.
(b) Significance: Complex natural areas provide the few remaining
examples of conditions that existed within the coastal area prior to
settlement by Western man. Often these natural areas provide habitat
conditions suitable for rare or endangered species or they support
plant and animal communities representative of pre -settlement conditions.
These areas help provide a historical perspective to changing natural
conditions in the coastal area and together are important and irreplaceable
scientific and educational resources.
(c) Appropriate Land Uses: Lands within the AEC shall not be planned for
uses or kinds of development that will unnecessarily jeopardize the natural
or primitive character of the natural area directly or indirectly through
increased accessibility. Additionally, lands adjacent to the complex
natural area should not be planned for additional development that would
unnecessarily endanger the recognized value of the AEC. The variability
between kinds of complex natural areas and between land uses adjacent
to those natural areas means that the range of permissible uses and
intensity of use must be carefully tailored to the individual area.
(d) Applicability to Hertford County: The red -cockaded woodpecker and
the short -nose Atlantic sturgeon are thought to be the only endangered
species which occur.
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CITY/COUNTY RELATIONSHIP
Under the Coastal Area Management Act, each incorporated municipal
government within each coastal county was given the option of doing its
own Land Development Plan or relinquishing this task and giving the respon—
sibility to the county. Ahoskie was the only town in Hertford
County requesting to do its plan locally.
There were several methods employed by the county and towns to assure
that goals, policies, and land classification would not be conflicting. A
questionnaire was distributed to all parts of the county to citizens within
each city jurisdiction as well as to those in the rural, unincorporated
areas. A joint town and county public hearing was held in an effort to
coordinate all aspects of the planning process. The same planning
consultant was employed by the county and towns, which served as a liason
between the two.- This prevented conflicts that might normally occur due
to a lack of communication when two or more consultants are involved. The
city's plan is now an integral part of the county plan.
As you review the Land Classification Map, you will notice each
classification flows from the towns' jurisdiction to the county in
compliance with the classification definitions.
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PRESENT CONDITIONS
HISTORICAL DEVELOPMENT
Ahoskie, the largest community in Hertford County today, had its
beginning as a railroad logging, siding, and loading station at the inter-
section of the Old Colonial Road and the railroad. There were two small
commissaries for the loggers and a couple of homes constructed sometime
between 1885, when the first train ran through Ahoskie, and 1889, when the
first post office was established by J. A. Copeland. With the saw mill
operations to boost the economy, Ahoskie's population had grown to 45
persons in 1890.
Agriculture products, too, were marketed, processed in, and shipped
through Ahoskie. A cotton gin was in operation by the year of incorporation
(1893). Gradually the agricultural production of the country side began to
diversify. This diversification demanded a greater variety of goods, services,
marketing and processing facilities. Because of this, Ahoskie became a boom
town growing to 302 persons at the turn of the Century; 924 persons in 1910,
and 1,429 in 1920.
As transportation facilities improved, Ahoskie assumed another function.
Its strategic location and rail connections made the town a natural choice as
a regional distribution point for wholesale goods.
During these years of development, the town's people were not idle, they
worked to extend Ahoskie's trade influences throughout the entire Roanoke-Chowan
region. They developed schools, a library, hospital and public'utilities.

Industry was encouraged to locate in the community effecting a greater
diversity in the economy of the town. This industrial diversity enabled
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Ahoskie to overcome the effects of a gradually declining agricultural economy
and, thereby, maintain its position as a stable community.
This synopsis of historical development indicates the various roles
that Ahoskie plays in its region and for its people:
1. A service and trade center for the agricultural region.
2. A marketing and processing center for the- region.
3. A wholesale center for northeastern North Carolina.
4. An industrial center.
5. A place of residence, employment and recreation for its citizens.
This report is concerned with planning the future development of Ahoskie
so that it may fulfill these functions to the optimum degree while at the same
time, keeping to a minimum any conflict that might arise between these various
functions. To do this, detailed knowledge of the existing.conditions is
necessary.
Existing Population
Population.Trend
Population characteristics involving size, distribution and trends serve
to indicate the need for future public services such as water, sewer, law
enforcement, and recreation, etc. There are various reasons why population
changes occur. The most obvious factor causing population change is economic
conditions, particularly employment opportunity.
The Town of Ahoskie has grown rapidly since the turn of the centruy, in-
creasing in population at a greater pace than any other town in Hertford County.
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The development of commerce, industry, and transportation have made Ahoskie the
center of Hertford County's industrial and commercial life and one of the chief
wholesale points in northeastern North Carolina.
In 1900 the population of Ahoskie was 302, by 1930 it had jumped to 1,940,
an increase of 542 percent. From 1930 to 1970 the population more than doubled,
bringing the total to 5,105, an increase of 163 percent.
Seasonal Population Fluctuations
Unlike many other coastal towns, Ahoskie experiences no seasonal population
fluctuation resulting from tourism. This is due to its position far inland
from the major tourist attracting bodies of water.
Future Population
The citizens of Ahoskie anticipate the population trend will continue
increasing each decade by approximately 15 percent, reaching an estimated
population of 7,760 by the year 2025 (See Table XXVII ).
TABLE XXVII, POPULATION PROJECTION
TOWN OF AHOSKIE
1970 1980 1990 2025
5,105 5,850 6,825 7,760
Increase by
decade 14.5% 16.5% 13.6%
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Age Distribution by Race and Sex
According to the following age distribution tables, out -migration
of the productive age groups 25 - 44 in both races occurred between 1960 and
1970. Within this age group the white population out -migration totaled
88 as compared to 49 for the Negro population. The dependent age groups
65-75+ increased in both racial categories by a total of 200 people.
Another trend is also evident. The age ranges 0-9 decreased by 140
people for the white population and by 42 people for the negro population
for a total decrease of 182. This is significant when compared to an increase
in the same groups between 1950-1960 of 369. This change in distribution
may be attributed to two main factors:
1. Improved birth control methods and education; and
2. The out -migration of the population groups 20-44.
AGE DISTRIBUTION BY SEX -RACE
MALE - WHITE
Age
1960 Census Population
1970 Census Population
Migration
0
- 4
159
107
-52
5
- 9
129
123
-6
10
- 14
101
180
79
15
- 19
87
ill
24
20
- 24
61
86
25
25
- 34
204
139
-65
35
- 44
204
208
4
45
- 54
147
205
58
55
- 64
105
130
25
65
- 74
60
104
44
75
+
22.
40
18
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FEMALE - WHITE
Age 1960 Census Population
0-4
142
5-9
122
10
- 14
120
15
- 19
77
20
- 24
80
25
- 34
212
35
= 44
204
45
- 54
192
55
- 64
131
65
- 74
91
.75
+
49
1970 Census PoRulation Migration
64
-78
118
- 4
158
38
133
56
72
- 8
195
-17
194
-10
208
16
170
39
137
46
ill
62
MALE - NEGRO
Age
1960 Census Population
1970 Census Population
Migration
0 - 4
131
107
-24
5 - 9
134
135
1
10 - 14
87
112
25
15 - 19
73
160
87
20 - 24
52
39
-13
25 - 34
ill
93
-18
35 - 44
105
87
-18
45 - 54
85
102
17
55 - 64
58
87
29
65 - 74
36
25
-11
75 +
19
24
5
FEMALE - NEGRO
Age_
1960 Census Population
1970-Census Population
Migration
0 - 4
126
94
-32
5 - 9
114
127
13
10 - 14
- 102
134
32
15 - 19
77
121
44
20 - 24
69
74
5
25 - 34
137
101
-36
35 - 44
120
143
23
45 - 54
112
116
4
55 - 64
68
127
59
65 - 74
39
64
25
75 +
29
40
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Housing
Housing characteristics serve as a measurement of the quality of
residential living conditions throughout a community. In this section,
pertinent data have been compiled to convey an overall picture of housing
conditions in Ahoskie.
According to the 1970 Census on housing, Ahoskie contained 1632 housing
units, 79% of which were single-family dwellings. 807 units were owner -
occupied. 77% of these were owned by white heads of household.
Renter -occupied units totaled 799, 51.5% of which were occupied by
a white head of household. 69.5% of the total housing units in Ahoskie
had five or more rooms. 80% have four or less people per unit.
The quality of residential living conditions may be measured to a
large degree by the availability of plumbing facilities. 77% of the total
housing market in Ahoskie had all plumbing facilities.
92% of the owner -occupied units had all plumbing facilities, whereas,
only 63% of all renter -occupied units had all plumbing facilities.
72% of the negro owner -occupied units had all plumbing facilities
compared to 31% of all negro renter -occupied units.
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Existing Economy
Employment
In Table.XXVIII, the 1970 census count revealed that the greatest
number of persons employed by industries were employed by wholesale and
retail establishments, followed closely by manufacturing.
Table XXVIII, Count of Employed Persons 14 and Older by Industry
Construction
Manufacturing
Durable goods
Transportation
Communication, utilities
129 Finance, insurance
business, repr. 54
429
Other professional services 216
201
Educational services 179
16
Public administration 88
sanitation service 84 Other industries 223
Wholesale and retail 521
Within the above industries, actual occupations were distributed
as follows: (See Table XXIX)
Table XXIX, Count of Employed Persons 14 and Older by Occupation
Professional, technical
Craftsmen,_foremer� etc.
232
and kindred,
291
Operative and kindred
293
Farmers and farm managers
0
Service (including
Managers, officials,
household)
321
proprietors
220
Farm laborers and
Clerical and kindred
245
foremen
5
Sales workers
197
Laborers (excluding farm
and mine)
175
Until a more diversified number
of employing firms locate in
the
Ahoskie area, this trend is
expected
to continue.

Existing Land Use
Residential Land Use
Residential land use in Ahoskie has developed in close proximity to
the central business district. High density residential (R-6) development
has occurred continguous to the central business district in the northwest,
south, and eastern sections of town. Moderate density residential (R-10)
has developed adjacent to and farther out from the high density residential
(R-6) areas. Moderate density residential (R-10, R-15) construction is
evident primarily in the north, southwest, and southeastern sections of
town. Low density residential (R-20) areas do not exist within the city
limits;.however, they do occur within the one mile extraterritorial area
along all radial highways leading into town. The only exception is the use
of land along Jernigan's Swamp Road which is predominantly rural farm.
Undeveloped land surrounds the town except for specific areas where
the corporate limits intersect with the radial highways, the low income
housing project on Jernigan's Swamp Road, and Highway 13 south. It is
anticipated that approximately 90% of this vacant land will be used for
future residential development.
Commercial Land Use
The commercial areas of Ahoskie have followed a pattern of development
recognized in many other towns. The central business district supports a
concentrated development of commercial facilities with emphasis upon large
scale stores and specialized shops serving a regional trading area.
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A strip commercial area has developed along Memorial Drive on both
sides extending from approximately 1800 feet beyond the corporate limits
to Peachtree Street. This area contains a variety of commercial uses
including highway commercial, neighborhood businesses, and a shopping
center. Similar development along Academy Streetincludes highway
commercial and neighborhood businesses and extends from the hospital in a
southwesterly direction 1200 feet beyond the corporate limits.
Highway commercial establishments are located on Academy Street
between Church and Main Streets as well as Alton and Baker Streets. A few
other isolated highway commercial areas are located throughout the Ahoskie
planning jurisdiction.
Industrial Land Use
Industrial uses are located along major radial highway and railroad
facilities. Major industrial sites have been developed between Highway 13
South and the Seaboard Railroad, along each side of the Seaboard Railroad
between Snipes and First Streets, and along the Seaboard Railroad between
Maple and Hill Streets. Another is found adjacent to the east side of the
railroad between Church Street and Memorial' Drive.
Government and Institutional Land Use
This category includes the Roanoke-Chowan Hospital and other medical
services , schools, and governmental offices. These land uses are located
primarily in the western section of town.

Cultural, Entertainment, and Recreation Land Use
The land acquired for these particular uses includes all churches and
recreation sites. The recreation sites are located along Richard and Snipes
Streets in the eastern section of town. A recreation center and building
is located behind and adjacent to the Ahoskie Middle School.
(See map, "Existing Land Use")
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CURRENT PLANS, POLICIES AND REGULATIONS
Ahoskie has made past efforts to plan the future growth and use of
land. Previous efforts include the following studies and regulations:
Population and Economy, Sept. 1964 ---
The population and economy study serves two purposes. Its primary
purpose is to provide data which will be useful in formulating a plan.for
the orderly physical growth and.development of the subject.area. This
study provides an inventory of the population and economic resources of the
Town of Ahoskie and the surrounding area. Based upon the analysis of past
trends and present conditions, the population and economic growth are
projected into the future. This information combined with a survey and
analysis of land use in Ahoskie formed the basis of the land development
plan for the town.
Ahoskie Land Development Plan, Oct. 1965 ---
This plan served asa system 'of goals and guidelines through which
the community's future growth and change could be directed to become an
environment of more desirable dimensions. This plan has served as a system
of guidelines through which individual and public efforts could be directed
toward a desirable arrangement of things, effecting.results beneficial
to both the individual and the community.
Ahoskie Zoning Ordinance, Feb., 1966 ---
Based on a study of the existing land use pattern in 'the community, the
standards at which development has taken place, and the future land development
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plan for the community, a zoning ordinance for the planning area was
prepared that divides the planning area into appropriate use districts.
The ordinance setsforth minimum lot area requirements,set back from lot
lines, off-street parking requirements, permitted principal and accessory
uses, and such other requirements to adequately guide the future development
within each district. The ordinance also sets forth the powers, duties,
and procedures to be followed 1) by the Board of Adjustment in granting
variances and hearing appeals, 2) by the Planning Board and Governing Body
in considering amendments to the ordinance, and 3) by the Zoning Administrator
in issuing building permits and certificates of occupancy. The ordinance
contains such general provisions as are necessary to the effective
administration of the ordinance. The zoning map -was prepared "at a scale
that will clearly set forth the district that applies to every parcel of
land in the zoned area and provides an adequate guide to the zoning
administrator in determining the location of district boundary lines.
Ahoskie Subdivision Regulations, Dec., 1967---
These regulations were adopted in an effort to insure sound
community growth and safeguard the interest of the home owner, the
subdivider, and the local government. These regulations prevent excessive
governmental operating costs. At the same time, they assure to the
maximum degree possible the means whereby land can be developed for the
highest possible use with all of the necessary protection against
deterioration and obsolescence.
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The subdivision:of land is a technical and business venture which not
only affects the immediate return to the investor in land and the value of the
land on which he may wish to build, but it also involves for the local
government specific items of cost and income for the years to come which
must be weighed at the time that a subdivision is under consideration.
This ordinance provides for the orderly development of the Town of
Ahoskie and its environs through the control and regulation of the subdivision
of land.
Commercial Areas Plan, August, 1968 ---
This publication proposes solutions to some of the basic physical
problems of the business community. The recommendations of the study, if
developed, will generate an efficient and attractive shopping facility to
serve the needs of the individuals that live and work in the Ahoskie area.
Community Facilities Plan and Public Improvement Programs, February, 1969---
This publication is divided into two primary sections - the Community
Facility Plan and the Public Improvements Program.
Examined in the Community Facilities Plan are the existing facilties,
their additional needs and any recommended improvements or additions.
Within the Public Improvements Program the needed additions and
replacements are placed in chronological order over a twenty year period.
Ahoskie Thoroughfare Plan, September, 1969 ---
This report is principally concerned with thoroughfare planning for the
Ahoskie urban area and sets forth a functional system of thoroughfares
required to serve the anticipated traffic and land development needs for the
next twenty-two years. Recommended improvements are grouped into five priority
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groups and some administrative and legal measures are explained to assist
the Town in implementing the plan.
Design requirements for the streets comprising the thoroughfare
system are indicated in terms of typical cross sections showing the number
of travel lanes necessary to serve anticipated 1990 traffic movements. The
travel lane requirements were developed from studies of population, economy,
land use, and traffic in the study area. It is emphasized that the proposed
thoroughfare plan was developed based on the anticipated growth of the
urban area as explained in this report.
Capital Improvements Budget, July, 1971;,---
The Capital Improvements Budget is a comprehensive list of improvements
needed by the Town of Ahoskie during the six year period 1971-1977. The
Capital Improvements listed in this report are geared to the most pressing
needs of the Town as expressed in the Public Improvements Program.
Comprehensive Housing Survey, June, 1971 ---
The Comprehensive Housing Study is an examination of substandard
residential and environmental conditions that exist in the East Quadrant of
Ahoskie. This area is predominantly a low income non -white neighborhood
and characteristic of a blighted neighborhood. Recommendations for a
coordinated strategy for rehabilitation of substandard residential
neighborhoods are listed.
MOVIE ZONING ORDINANCE UPDATE, 1972
This represents a completely revised Zoning Ordinance for the Town of
Ahoskie. The previous ordinance was enacted on January 24, 1966. This
ordinance regulates structure and land use in Ahoskie and the extraterritorial
area.
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Subdivision Regulations Update, July, 1975---
These subdivision regulations are intended to act as a guide for the
proper subdivision of land in Ahoskie.and are intended to preserve and protect
the public welfare. The regulations contain provisions for required streets,
lot sizes, adequate water and sewer systems and other standards necessary
for the protection of public health, safety and welfare.
Water Resource Management for Region Q, 1975---
The Region Q Water Resources Management Plan represents the seventh in
a series of comprehensive reports of a regional scope dealing with the
problems of water supply and wastewater disposal. A regionalized approach
to the problems of water and sewage disposal systems will expedite the
adequate provision of these services.
Ahoskie/Aulander 201 Facility Plan ---
The Aulander/Ahoskie Facility Planning Area includes the Towns of
Aulander and Ahoskie and a portion of Bertie and Hertford Counties.. The
planning area ranks 38th on the F.Y. 1975 grant funding list and has been
certified to receive funds for a facilities plan. Funding allocated to date
for this project is $120,000 which is available from Federal Construction
Grants. The political entities of the planning area have designated the Town
of Ahoskie as lead agency which has made application for these funds. The
lead agency has also retained engineers to study the municipal waste disposal
problems of the planning area and to prepare a facilities plan setting forth
recommended actions necessary to solve the problems. The facilities plan,
targeted for completion by July, 1976, should contain time schedules for the
submission of final plans and specifications and completion of construction
of needed facilities.
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Land development regulations are currently being enforced throughout
the town and itsone mile extraterritorial jurisdiction. These regulations
include a zoning ordinance, subdivision regulation and the North Carolina
State Building Code. All are being enforced by a full time building
inspector.
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CONSTRAINTS
Constraints to be identified are the same as those described on
page 28 through 30. A description of those Constraints that are
applicable to Ahoskie follow.
Physical Limitations
There are no man-made or natural hazard areas in the Ahoskie Area.
The soils in the Ahoskie area are of three general types: Coxville,
Norfolk, and Swamp series. The swamp -soils are unsuitable for development
other than lumbering, agricultural, recreational, or similar open uses.
The Coxville soils are suitable for development only if there is public
sewer service available; and Norfolk can be used for development with private
waste disposal systems, provided proper care is taken to avoid overuse of the
soils for this purpose. There is danger of pollution of the water aquifers,
and in some instances of the soil itself,if unwise use of septic tanks is
permitted.
Fragile Areas
There are no fragile areas in the Ahoskie planning area.
Resource Potential
There are no areas with resource potential in the Ahoskie planning area
such as archeologic and historic sites; potentially valuable mineral
sites; publicly owned forests, parks, fish and gamelands; and other non -
intensive outdoor recreation lands; and privately owned wildlife
sanctuaries.

Within the one mile extraterritorial planning area of Ahoskie, the
predominant land use consists of agriculture and forestry. These lands,
while productive, do not seem "unique" in any manner.
EXISTING COMMUNITY FACILITIES
Transportation
The existing street pattern within the urban area is a gridiron
system penetrated by several radials. All the radials within the planning
area penetrate the gridiron system to form crosstown streets passing near
the central business district (CBD). The primary crosstown system is
US 13, Academy Street and Riamoridl. Drive, which merges with US 350 in the
vicinity of the Roanoke-Chowan Hospital at the intersection of Academy
Street and Memoridl Drive. There are no loops or bypasses serving through
traffic.
Water Facilities
The Town of Ahoskie's water facilities include five wells, a water
distribution system of 6, 8 and 12-inch diameter mains and 810,000 gallons
of system storage in two elevated storage tanks and two ground level tanks.
Wells No. 1 and No. 2 adjacent to Memorial Drive near the 200,000
gallon elevated storage tank, produce 400 GPM and 350 GPM respectively.
Well No. 1 is 408 feet deep while Well No. 2 is 405 feet deep. Well No. 3,
located at the corner of Pembroke Avenue and Hayes Street yields 350 GPM
and is 395 feet deep. Well No. 5, not yet in operation, test yielded
500 GPM. Wells No. 1 and No. 2 are aerated to reduce -sulfur problems.•
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The 200,000 gallon elevated storage tank is located off Memorial
Drive at Catherine Street while the 500,000 gallon storage tank is on
Spines Street. Both elevated storage tanks have a 97 foot overflow.
Ground level storage consists of a 100,000 gallon clearwell and a 10,000
gallon clearwell.
There are approximately 16 miles of water mains with 56 percent or
nine miles of the total system 6-inch mains. Approximately six miles
of 8-inch and one mile of 12-inch mains are also included in the system.
There are presently 1850 connections on the Ahoskie water system, all
within the corporate limits. All connections are domestic water users
except for a pickle factory which uses production process water.
Per capita water usage has steadily increased to present usage of
approximately 100 GPCD. The usage is estimated to increase to 110 GPCD by
the year 2000, or from a present Average Day Demand of 540,000 GPD
to 865,000 GPD by year 2000. The Maximum Day Demand is estimated at
twice the Average Day Demand, or 1,750,000 GPD.
Sewer Services
The Town of Ahoskie has a collection system and a treatment facility
located at the south end of town. Most of the town is presently served by
the collection system. The treatment plant was originally constructed in
1963, with a design capacity of 0.800 mgd. It is presently operating at 63%
capactiy. In 1973, changes were made to the piping at the wastewater
treatment facility, -and provisions were made for a trickling filter. The
effluent from the treatment facility is discharged into Ahoskie Creek, which
has a low -flow measurement of approximately 1.8 mgd.
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Carrying Capacity; Land and Water
A discussion of the carrying capacity concept on page 63 is also
applicable to Ahoskie and stipulates that Ahoskie's resources to withstand
growth are adequate.
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PUBLIC PARTICIPATION ACTIVITIES
Major Land Use Problems
The citizens realize that problems identified by the Coastal Area
Management Act and the Coastal Resources Commission are serious and should
be dealt with promptly. Ahoskie is not witnessing many of the problems of
other coastal communities due to the town's distance from the beaches and
sounds and its landlocked characteristics. As a result of these characteris-
tics, the town is not experiencing the demands of seasonal population
fluctuations. Ahoskie has witnessed a slow population growth pattern
which is projected by the citizens to continue.
The town is enforcing the codes and ordinances necessary to implement
the Land Development Plan. The codes and ordinances require minimum standards
of design, lot size, facilities, etc. The Ahoskie Zoning Ordinance assures
minimum standards of I lot size and land use. compatibility. The town has been
actively involved with public housing construction in an effort to eliminate
dilapidated, blighted residential neighborhoods.
A downtown revitalization study is presently being conducted in an effort
to reveal methods of improving the downtown shopping area in appearance and
customer appeal.
A county water bond.referendum was recently approved by the county
voters. Much residential growth has occurred on the highways leading into
town. Each highway_ (except SR 1101) leading into Ahoskie will have public
water extended to them during first phase construction.
Hertford County has appointed an Industrial Development Commission con-
sisting of persons from all parts of the county. The purpose of the Commission
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is to seek industrial prospects expressing an interest in the community.
The town and county are working closely in this endeavor to improve the
economic base of the local governing unit.
Alternate Policies
The goals and policies adopted by the town citizens were formed as a
result of various methods used to measure citizen views.
A set of alternative goals may be established for various public
service categories based upon the results of the citizen survey/questionnaire
that was distributed throughout the town. They are as follows:
(a) Law Enforcement: Drugs were perceived to be a moderate to
severe problem and more money should'be spent to control
illegal drugs. The majority of the questionnaire indicated
that there should be more public money spent for crime
prevention and control of organized crime.
(b) Environmental Considerations: The majority of respondents believe
that new industry locating in the county and town should file
an environmental impact statement. Most believe that economic
development is not more important than environmental protection
and that some industries are not worth the problems they bring
with them. Most questionnaires indicated that they would
not choose more jobs over clean air and water. 70% would be
willing to pay a higher price for products if industry
would not pollute. 80% believe that pollution from -agriculture
should be regulated.
(c) Land Use Planning: Most answering the questionnaire feel
that mobile homes should have some controls to adhere to.
They believe that a person should not be allowed to do anything
he wants to on his land regardless of how it affects his
neighbors. 66% feel that a danger exists when development
occurs at a slow pace. 94% believe that the town should plan
for development in order to leave something for future generations.
(d) Educational Facilities: Elementary and high schools are
adequate in the opinion of most people answering the questionnaire
as well as vocational education, kindergartens and adult
education programs; however, more public funds are needed for
educational programs.
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(e) Community Facilities: Most community facilities are believed
to be adequate; however, most respondents would like to see
more public funds spent on community facilities in an effort
to enhance the quality and quantity of these services.
(f) Recreation: The adequacy of recreation facilities in town
is felt to be moderate to severe and that more funds should
be spent to develop public recreation facilities and programs.
Most responded that the availability of recreational facilities
in a town would influence their decision to live there.
(g) Industrial Development and Employment: The adequacy of employment
opportunities for town residents in the area was considered
to be a moderate to severe problem. More money should be spent
for the development of new employment opportunities and to
help find jobs. 78% believe that there is not enough economic
development in the area and more industry brought into the
area would improve the quality of life; however, economic
development should not be considered more important than
environmental protection.
(h) Medical Facilities: The availability of adequate medical
facilities is a slight to moderate problem; more funds should
be spent for health and medical care; the quality of medical
facilities is a strong determinant of whether a person
chooses to locate in a community.
(i) Social Services: Assistance to the poor and elderly is
considered to be adequate.
Land Use Policy Statement
A policy statement, to be used as a guide for future land use decisions,
was adopted as a result of this in-depth 'study of past; present,' and "projected
land use. It calls for the continuing enforcement of the town's Zoning Ordi-
nance, Subdivision Regulations, and Building Codes within each of the five
classifications of land. Emphasis will be placed on compatible land use
practices within each classification.
Reference should be made to the Land Classification Map as the following
goals are read.
The Developed classification designates all land that has access to both
public water and sewer and 2,000 people per square mile. In areas of Ahoskie so
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designated, all of the ordinances and codes will continue to be enforced.
All zoning districts listed in the Ahoskie Zoning Ordinance will be permitted
to develop.
The Transition classification designates all land that has 2,000
residents per square mile and no public water and sewer, or land that has
public water and sewer but does not have 2,000 people per square mile. The
zoning districts which will be allowed to develop in this classification are
residences on 20,000 square foot lots, residences on 15,000 square foot lots
only where connections are made to a public water system approved by the
North Carolina Division of Health Services, residential structures on
10,000 square foot lots where connections are made to a public water and
sewer system approved by the North Carolina Division of Health Services,
residences on 6,000 square foot lots where connections are made to a public
water and sewer system approved by the'North.Carolina Div ision'of Health,Services,
residences and mobile homes on 6,000 square foot lots where connections are
made to a public water and sewer system approved by the North Carolina
Division of Health Services, office and institutional areas, shopping
centers, highway commercial businesses, light industrial uses, and heavy
industrial uses.
The Community classification designates all lands that have minimum pub-
lic services and includes clusters of one or more land uses. The zoning
districts which will be permitted to develop in this classification include
all districts permitted in the Transition classification except
residences on 6,000 square foot lots, and residences and mobile homes on
6,000 square foot lots.
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The Rural classification -includes all land not incldded in the Developed,:
Transition, Community and -Conservation classes. The zoning districts that
.will be allowed to develop in this land classification are the same as
those permitted in the.Community classification.,
The citizens of Ahoskie-did not designate any lands as Conservation.
Public Participation
The citizen planning" --team made various efforts to acquire -citizen -input
into the final plane -The local newspapers have been an essential element
in publishing notices of meetings and -educational materials. During the
process, the radio -has-been very helpful about annoucing meetings and
encouraging participation. CAMA presentations were given to various civic
clubs in town. Questionnaires and posters were widely distributed.
The Town,Council delegated.the resppnsibility for developing the plan .
and acquiring citizen input to the Planning Board. Questionnaireswere
distributed in an -effort -to reach.the 1,602 households in the Towne Planning
Board.,meetings were open for anyone who wished to voice their views. '.
The planning process in Ahoskie has been continuous since the mid 1960's.
Accomplishments that have.been-achieved during -this time include an
adopted-local-land--use.and land development plan, public improvements
program, low income :housing,.develgpment, population and economy analysis,
enforcement --of a_zoning.otdinance, subdivision regulations, and the -stater
building codes.- Throughout this process numerous.public meetings and hearings
have been held.and attended by local citizens. Practically every segment
and cross section:of.the..Ahoskie population has-been active.or aware of
the planning process -throughout -this ti-me.frame. The Ahoskie population
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has been continuously exposed to the planning process. Turnout at the
Planning Board's public meetings regardirig - CAMA has been relatively light
despite the Board's substantial efforts to publicize and encourage partici-
pation. The light turnout may be attributed to various factors identified
by Mr. David Stick at a county wide public meeting on June 4, 1975, as
the following:
(1) Land development pressures on Hertford County and Ahoskie
are not as intense and varied as the immediate coastal area.
This is due to the town's distance inland from the Coast.
As a result, Ahoskie citizens tend not to identify with
Coastal problems as these are defined in the remainder of
the Coastal Plain.
(2) Ahoskie has been actively planning since the mid 19601s. They
have adopted and are enforcing necessary land use tools. As
a result, the planning process is nothing "new", and many may
believe their initial input to be sufficient.
All segments of the ethnic and social strata have been represented
due to the random distribution of the questionnaires. Every effort has
been made to reach each ethnic and social strata throughout the planning
process by newspapers, radio, posters, questionnaires, civic club presentations,
and word-of-mouth.
Non -voters were given the opportunity to participate by methods
previously outlined. No special efforts were made to obtain participation
by non-resident property owners.
The questionnaire results and past meetings held during the planning
process have been incorporated by the Planning Board into the plan and
policy statement.
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ESTIMATED DEMAND
Population and Economy
The population of the Town of Ahoskie is projected by the citizens to
continue a steady increase of approximately 15 percent each decade until
the year 2000.
The productive, child-bearing age group of 20-44 for both the white and
non -white population of Ahoskie is expected to continue to decline until
employment opportunities become more numerous and diversified.. The dependent
age group 65-75+ is expected to increase.
The majority of the labor supply consists of wholesale/retail and
manufacturing employees. Until a more diversified number of employing firms
locate in the Ahoskie area, this trend is expected to continue.
Future Land Needs
There were a number of principles employed by the Ahoskie citizen
planners to determine land classification in -'the Ahoskie planning area .
The estimated population increase, existing development concentration,
and existing and anticipated extension of services are the three primary
guiding principles.
The area of land designated on the Ahoskie Land Classification Map as
neveloped was based upon existing population, services, and density of
development. The Transition classification was designated in areas where
growth has already occurred or where facilities have already been constructed
in anticipation of growth._ The Community designation applies to areas where
a minimum amount of services are located or expected to be developed to
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service a cluster of residents. Rural areas are left, where the extension
of services is anticipated to be minimal.
COMMUNITY FACILITIES NEEDS
Transportation Facilities
The most important transportation facility for Ahoskie is the bypass corri-
ZGr planned by the Department of Transportation. When completed, it will serve
as a vital link between the'N. C. 11 southern bypass of Lewiston and Aulander and
the Winton bypass to the north.
The construction of the bypass will lessen the traffic congestion in the
city limits of Ahoskie. Highways 13 and 11 carry a large volume of thoroughfare
traffic through the urban area of Ahoskie, presenting a safety hazard to all who
travel these two highways. The two highways intersect in front of the Roanoke-
Chowan Hospital, creating a hazard to emergency vehicles and their patients.
The contribution of the project to the long-term productivity of the area
will be major in comparison to the limited short-term adverse effects of the
project.
Water Facilities
The Town of Ahoskie should continue to use area groundwater for domestic
and industrial water usage. The increase in production facilities, using
wells as -a source, should be designed to produce the Maximum Day Demand in a
12-hour period.
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Elevated storage should be provided to meet the National Association
of Fire Underwriters recommendations. With a projected population of
7760 persons for the year 2000, the requirement for Ahoskie is 1,800,000
gallons. The present recommended storage requirement is 1,215,000 gallons"
for a population of 5,105. A deficit of 405,000 gallons then exists as
present storage amounts to 810,000 gallons. Immediate construction of a
new 500,000 gallon storage tank and a second 500,000 gallon tank scheduled
for 1985-90 would fill storage requirements.
According to Region Q's study titled Water Resources Management,
Ahoskie should maintain their current system.
Sewer Facilities
The North Carolina.Division of Environmental Management has requested
that the facility be modified, disinfection processes be added, and
interceptor sewers be constructed or improved.
Recommendations of the Water Resource Management Plan state:
The Town of Ahoskie and an area including the Town of Aulander have
been designated as a "Section 201" Facilities Planning Area. It is
recommended that the Facilities Plan be initiated as soon as possible and
the recommendations of that plan be implemented. The Town of Ahoskie should
continue to expand its collection system to adjacent high density areas.
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PLAN DESCRIPTION
Land Classification
The purpose of the Land Classification System has been previously
described in this report on page 67-6.9.The definitions of the five
classes of land also apply. Their application to Ahoskie is illustrated
on the Ahoskie Land Classification Map.
Population and Density Allocation
Future population and density allocation will be encouraged to develop
where lands are designated Transition. This policy will enable the town
to guide urban expansion to areas adjacent to the existing high density
developed portions of Ahoskie. It will enable the town to economically
extend services from existing facilities and lessen the occurance of
service extension past vacant land.
PROPOSED AREAS OF ENVIRONMENTAL CONCERN
The following is a description of a Proposed Area of Environmental
Concern to be considered as a permanent area at a later date by the
Coastal Resources Commission.
Public Trust Waters
(a) Description: All waters of the Atlantic Ocean and the lands
thereunder; and all navigable bodies of water except privately
owned lakes to which the public has no right of access; all
waters in artifidally' created bodies of water in which exists
significant public fishing resources or other public resources
which are accessible to the public by navigation from bodies
of water in which the public has rights of navigation; all
waters in artificially created bodies of water in which the
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public has rights of navigation; all waters in artificially created
bodies of water in which the public has acquired rights by
prescription, custom, usage, dedication or any other means.
(b) Significance: The public has rights in these waters including
navigation and recreation. In addition, these waters support
valuable commercial and sports fisheries, have aesthetic
value, and are important potential resources for economic
development.
(c) Appropriate Uses; Any land use which interferes with the
public right of navigation, or other public trust rights,
which the public may be found to have in these waters, shall
not be allowed. The development of navigational channels,
drainage ditches, the use of bulkheads to prevent erosion, and
the building of piers or wharfs are examples of land uses
appropriate within public trust waters provided that such land
uses will not be detrimental to the biological and physical
functions and public trust rights. Projects which would directly
or indirectly block or impair existing navigation channels,
increase shoreline erosion,deposit spoils below high tide,
cause adverse water circulation patterns, violate water quality
standards, or cause degradation of shellfish waters are generally
considered incompatible with the management of public trust
waters.
(d) Applicability to Ahoskie: Public trust waters in Ahoskie include
Ahoskie Creek.
CITY/COUNTY RELATIONSHIP
The same statement from this plan on page 78 also applies to
Ahoskie.
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TOWN OF MURFREESBORO
Historical Development and Population Projection
Murfreesboro, named for William Murfree, was incorporated in 1787 after
Murfree donated,97 acres on which to build the town.
Murfree had a boat landing on the Meherrin River from which tobacco,
naval stores, corn, pork and lumber were shipped on the Meherrin and Chowan
rivers, Albemarle Sound and the Atlantic Ocean.
In the early 19th century Murfreesboro was a resort and college town;
the home of Chowan College, which had been started in 1848. Murfreesboro is
in an agriculture and lumbering area of Hertford County. As a direct result
of the availability of lumber, one of the world's largest basket manufacturing
industries exists there.
In 1870, 23 families owning 20 slaves were in Murfreesboro. Data from
1900 through 1970 indicates a 30 percent growth rate for each decennial census
period. Population decreased from 1910 to 1920. Population projections to the
year 2000 are presented in the following table:
POPULATION PROJECTION,MURFREESBORO
NORTH CAROLINA
1970 1980 1990 2000
3,508 4,150 4,950 5,750
Existing Land Use
The dominant existing land use for Murfreesboro is residential. There are
no large concentrations of commercial product establishments in the town with
the exception of the central business district. The greatest amount of land
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area with commercial product establishments located on them are thus located
outside of the downtown area; these businesses are especially prevalent along
Main Street or U. S. Highways 158 and 258.
There are currently six manufacturers located in the Murfreesboro area:
employing approximately 483 employees. They include Georgia-Pacific which
manufactures. baskets; Fram, Inc. manufacturing filters; Rolic of N. C.
manufacturing childrenis garments; Hill Enterprises,building contractors;
Reville Agri -Prods. processing feed and.seed; and Revelle Builders producing
butler buildings.
The municipal complex, Chowan College, and a public school comprise the
total governmental -institutional land use. Cultural, entertainment, and
recreation lands are comprised of two city parks, public library, college
arts (concert series), and six Protestant churches.
Within the town limits of Murfreesboro, there is a slight flood prone
area located along the Meherrin River in the northeastern planning area. This '
area and the remaining uses of land discussed above are delineated on the Existing
Land Use Map.
Current Plans, Policies and Regulations
The Town of Murfreesboro is currently enforcing the N. C. State Building
Code, subdivision regulations, and a zoning ordinance. It is the intent of
the town to continue enforcing land use controls.
fnnctraintc
Murfreesboro appears to be situated on the eastward slope of a ridge
adjacent to the Meherrin River. The portion of town west of Union Street is
located on the top of this ridge which appears to be fairly flat. The
eastern portion of town slopes downward to approximately the fifty foot contour
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where the land suddenly drops into a deep depression occupied by a small
tributary of the river. This eastern portion also slopes downward from its
center to the north and to the south.
The unusual topography of Murfreesboro provides both advantages and dis-
advantages to urban development. The advantages may be summed up by the fact
that all of the town's storm water may be drained very easily. There is an
extensive amount of land to the west which is high and considered excellent
for future urban expansion.
The disadvantages are located in the eastern section of town. The entire
eastern portion is surrounded by a deep gully and the Meherrin River. This
gully acts as a barrier to urban development because of the difficulties
involved in. serving the area with a sanitary sewer system.
Murfreesboro has six types of soils located in its planning area.
Generally these soils will have little effect upon the future development of
residential areas which need to utilize septic tanks.
The soil suitability for the use of septic tanks is one of the first
considerations in the location of new residential areas. If the soils are
not capable of draining themselves and disposing of the septic tank effluent,
then the area will require the extensive installation of a sewerage system and
possibly a water system. This means that all subdivisions located on land
requiring sewer lines must be located adjacent.to existing subdivisions so that
they may tap onto existing town sewer lines.
If the land is capable of disposing of the septic tank effluents, then the
varying degree of capability must be determined in order to regulate the
individual lot sizes. In cases where drainage and soil conditions are
excellent for the use of septic tanks,then the residential lots created in the
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subdivision may be minimum sizes without endangering the health of the
citizens. When soil conditions are not excellent then the lot sizes must
vary in accordance with the soil type to prevent the saturation of the
soil with material from the septic tank effluent.
Murfreesboro's soils range from very poor to excellent in their
ability to accept the use of septic tanks. All of the Norfolk soils are
considered good to fairly good and in some cases excellent. The Portsmouth
soils are fair to poor while the Coxville and Swamp soils are not suitable
at all. Fortunately these poor soils are limited to small areas and do
not appear to'be impeding urban development. It must be remembered,
however, that even those soils indicated.as acceptable, may not be in
certain areas because of problems with natural surface drainage and over
saturation by existing urban development. The soils map for Murfreesboro
delineates where each soil type is located.
Estuarine waters flow adjacent to the town limits in the northeastern
section of town. As described earlier, there is a slight flood prone area
that briefly reaches inside the town Is corpbrate.boundari-es.
Murfreesboro also has a historic district that is listed in the Natural
Register of Historic places pursuant to the Natural Historic Preservation
Act of 1966.
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EXISTING AND PROPOSED COMMUNITY FACILITIES
Water Facilities
Existing Facilities: Murfreesboro's water facilities consist of
two wells, an elevated storage tank and 2, 4, 6, 8 and 10-inch
water mains.
Well No. 1 at the junction of Main Street and Sycamore Street,
near the elevated storage tank,yields 1,000 GPM. Well No. 2 is
located ± 1,600 feet southwest of Holly Hill Road and it yields
1,000 GPM.
The 75,000 gallon elevated storage tank is located a few
feet west of Well No. 1, off Main and Sycamore Streets. Of the
approximately 14 miles of water mains, 6-inch mains dominate
totaling about 46 percent or ± 34,500 linear feet. Two inch mains
comprise 1680 linear feet of the system, while 8-inch mains
comprise 10,000 linear feet of the 14 miles of water mains.
Water Demands: There is no major industrial water user in
Murfreesboro. Chowan College uses water from the Town's system
at an unmetered connection. At 125 GPD, the combined usage is
estimated at 470,000 gpd; this should increase to 720,000 gpd-
Average Day Demand by the year 2000. The Maximum Day is
projected at twice the Average Day Demand or 940,000 gpd in 1975, and
increasing to 1,440,000 gpd by 2000.
Storage requirements recommended by the National Association of
Fire Underwriters to provide fire flows is 960,000 gallons for 1975
and 1,500,000 by 2000.

Method for Providing Demand: All water demands for the Town of
Murfreesboro can be met without difficulty from the ground water
resources of the area. Wells should be designed and pumped to meet
the Maximum Day Demand over a pumping period of 12-hours per day.
Pumping capacity for the 1975 usage is 700 GPM, increasing to
1,000 GPM by 2000.
System Storage of 1,000,000 gallons as recommended by the
National Association of Fire Underwriters is presently not being
met with an existing deficit in elevated storage of 900,000 gallons.
This storage, required for the municipal system, must be provided
by the Town of Murfreesboro.
Areas outside the Municipal System are eligible for consideration
for financing by Hertford County. Engineering plans and reports will
be required to show project feasibility.
The areas west of Murfreesboro appear feasible for water fadififies.
Water could be supplied from the Murfreesboro System under negotiated
contract with the County, a separate well -supplied system, or as part
of the Municipal System by either annexation or contract.
Due to public health considerations, the area needs a public
water system.
The area southwest of Murfreesboro should also be provided a public
water system for public health reasons. This could be accomplished through
a well supplies system, or by negotiated agreement with the Murfreesboro
System.
According to the Regional Water Resource Study by Region Q, Murfrees-
boro should maintain their current system, expanding when possible.
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Sewer Services
The Town of Murfreesboro is presently operating a lagoon treatment
system that was constructed in 1963. The maximum capacity of the treatment
plant per day is 500,000 GPD. The peak flow to the plant has been measured
at 450,000 GPD for a peak operating capacity of approximately 95%.
As the town develops industrially, it may be desirable to add aeration by
some means in order to increase the capacity and flexibility of the system.
According to the Water Resources Management publication, the following
recommendation is made regarding the town's sewer treatment system;
The NC/DEM has requested that the Murfreesboro wastewater treatment
facility be enlarged and that additional treatment processes be
,added to increase treatment efficiency. The existing facilities are
presently operating under a temporary permit.
LAND CLASSIFICATION
Land Classification
The North Carolina Land Classification System contains five classes of
land that have been described previously in this report. These five classes
provide a framework to be used by the town to identify the general use of
all lands. Such a system presents an opportunity for the local government
to provide for its needs as well as to consider those of the whole Ptate.
Also, they can make a statement of policy on where and to what density they
want growth to occur, and where they want to conserve the town's natural
resources by guiding growth.
The definitions of the five classes of land have been previously
discussed in this report. Their applicability to Murfreesboro may be noted on
the Hertford County Land Classification Map.
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PROPOSED AREAS OF ENVIRONMENTAL CONCERN
Murfreesboro has three potential Areas of Environmental Concern
to be considered by the Coastal Resources Commission.
The first area is historic places, including the John Wheeler
House and the Rea Store.
The second- potential AEC is estuarine waters. This proposed area
includes the Meherrin River which enters and exits, in the
northeastern planning area of Murfreesboro.
The third potential Area of Environmental Concern is public trust
waters. This area includes the Meherrin River which enters and exits
in the nor theastern.planning area of Murfreesboro.

TOWN OF WINTON
Existing Land Use and Land Development Potential
The existing land use for Winton is more varied than the rural towns
of Cofield, Como, and Harrellsville. The residential area of the town is
clustered around the commercial core and is serviced by a more sophisticated
municipal street network than is characteristic of the other, more rural
incorporated areas. There are also individual, single lot commercial areas
located throughout the town, located primarily on the radial highways leading
into the central area of town. In addition, the county's governmental office
complex is located in the northwestern section of town.(See "Hertford County
Land Use Map").
Winton has been designated us a Transitional area. While the,town
presently does not have a density of 2,000 people per square mile, it does
have the capability to extend the services that are necessary to meet the
demands of such a high density. (See "Hertford County Land Classification
Map").
Water Services
Existing Facilities: Winton's water facilities include two wells, a
storage tank and 3/4", 1 1/4 ", 2" and 6 inch mains. Well No. 1, at the
junction of Faison and Taylor streets yields 500 gpm. The well has some
problems since sand is pumped with the water into the distribution system.'
Well No. 2, located off the northern end of Main Street near the Chowan
River, yields 300 gpm. To offset the problems experienced with Well No.
1, a new well will be drilled.

The elevated storage tank is located off North Main Street and has a
storage capacity of 30,000 gallons with an 89-foot overflow height.
Water Demands: Presently there.are 364 connections inside the corporate limits
and 24 outside the town. Water usage is estimated at 100 gpcd in 1975, increas-
ing to 110 gpcd by 2000. Based upon the 1975 population of 935 persons,
present Average Day Demand is 93,500 gpd. The Maximum Day Demand is estimated
at twice the Average Day Demand or 187,000 gpd. The Average Day Demand is
projected to increase to 121,000 gpd and Maximum Day to 242,000 gpd by
year 2000.
Elevated storage requirements as recommended by the National Association
of Fire Underwriters is 240,000 gallons.
Method of Meeting Demands: Groundwater resources in the Winton area are
adequate for meeting demands beyond the year 2000. Areas outside the
corporate limits are eligible for consideration for water service by Hertford
County after demonstration of economic feasibility. No separate system for
serving outlying areas is contemplated due to the limited number of potential
connections.
Elevated storage of 200,000 gallons is required in Winton to meet Fire
Flow requirements to the year 2000.
According to the Mid -East Region Q's study titled Water Resources
Management, it is recommended that Winton and Cofield connect water systems;
however, the Moore -Gardner water feasibility study does not recommend such
action.
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'Sewer Services
The Town of Winton has a wastewater collection system and treatment
plant. The intermediate treatment facility has one trickling filter and a
design capacity of 0.060 mgd. The present average daily flow is 0.019 mgd.
The existing treatment facility was renovated in 1966, and currently serves
approximately 605 people.
The NC/DEM has requested that the degree of treatment be upgraded.
According to the Water Resources Management study, the wastewater from
Winton and Cofield should be treated at the existing Winton treatment
plant site.
Initial construction in 1975 would include renovation and upgrading of
the existing Winton treatment facility to 0.12 mgd, and the construction
of an outfall, a pump station, and a force main from Cofield to Winton.
The Town of Winton has been designated as a "Section 201" facilities
planning area. It is recommended that the Town of Cofield be included
in the planning area to assure the selection of the cost effective plan
for the entire area. This facilities plan should be initiated as soon
as possible.
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TOWN'OF HARRELLSVILLE
Existing Land Use and Land Development Potential
Harrellsvilles existing land use follows the basic pattern outlined
for Como and Cofield. It is predominantly rural residential clustered around
a commercial core. The residential areas stretch out along the radial highways
leading into town while the commercial areas are located at the intersection of
these radials. (See "Hertford County Existing Land Use Map.)
The Land Classification Map depicts the potential development of this area
as Community. It is anticipated that the Community area will continue to
develop in the same manner, i.e., a cluster of residential, commercial and
other land uses at a moderate density not requiring extensive public service''
extension.
Water Services
Existing Facilities: Harrellsville's water facilities include two wells,
a 20,000 gallon hydro -pneumatic type storage tank; the water distribution system
consists of 2, 4, and 6-inch water mains.
Well No. 1, located off Main Street and River Road, is used as the primary
municipal water source. Well No. 2, located at the end of Sunset Street, is
used as a standby. Water from both wells is chlorinated on Well Site No. 1
prior to entering the storage tank.
There are approximately +/- 680 linear feet of 2-inch water main, 12,000
linear feet of 4-inch water main and 3,700 feet of 6-inch water main. The
4-inch main dominates at +/- 73 percent of the total system lines.
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Water Demands: The water usage for the Town of Harrellsville is estimated at
100 gpd or 16,500 gallons per day in 1975. The Average Day usage is expected
to increase to 25,000 gpd by the year 2000.
Fire flow for the town as recommended by the National Association of
Fire Underwriters is 240,000 gallons or in nominal tank size, 250,000 gallons
elevated.
The Region Q Water Resources Management study recommends that Harrellsville
maintain its existing system.
Method for Providing Demand: It is expected that the Town of Harrellsville;
will continue to provide needed water supply to its service area with ground-
water deep wells.
Certain areas outside the municipal system are eligible under the Hertford
County Water Plan for county participation in extensions of service to outside
areas.
Economic feasibility must be. shown by detailed preliminary engineering ;
plans and report if these areas desire service. The most practical service
would be from the Harrellsville system under a negotiated contract with the
County. Hertford County would distribute the water to rural customers after
purchase of water from the Harrellsville System. The number of customers
involved could not.justify a completely separate.system.
SEWER SYSTEM
The Town of Harrellsville had a population of 165 in 1970 and
anticipates over 200 by 1990. The location of a ma.1or industry on1v a few
miles from town �s certain to have.a positive. effect on the growth -and
economy of the community and increase the need for a central sewer system.
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Town residents presently use either septic tanks or privies for sewage
disposal. A Farmers Home Administration grant and loan was acquired by the
town in 1970 to finance a municipal water system.
At the time the loan application for a water and sewer system was made,
the town was unable to afford both a water and sewer system due to its
limited borrowing capacity and monthly charge.that would result. The sewage
system is intended as a second stage development to begin when the town can
economically justify its construction..
The following recommendation is taken from the Water Resources Man4gemerit
study concerning the Harrellsville proposed sewage system:
Due to Harrellsville's remoteness from other population centers, connection
to other wastewater facilities is economically unfeasible. Harrellsville
is currently on the 1975 funding priority list for a "Section 201" facilities
study. This study will determine the most environmentally and socially
acceptable; cost-effective method of treating the town's wastewater.
Soils in the Harrellsville area are not conducive to septic tank operation.
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TOWN OF COFIELD
Existing Land Use and Land Development Potential
Cofield's existing land use is predominantly rural residential clustered
around a sparse commercial core. The residential areas stretch out along the
radial highways leading into town while the commercial areas are located at
the intersection of these radials. (See "Hertford County Existing Land Use
Map".)
The Land Classification Map depicts the potential development of this
area as Community. It is anticipated that the Community area will continue
to develop in the same manner, i.e., a cluster of residential, commercial
and other land uses at a moderate density not requiring extensive public
service extension.
Water Services
Existing Facilities: Cofield's water facilities include one well, a hydro -
pneumatic tank, and a water distribution system consisting of 2 and 4-inch
mains. Cofield-'s water is from a drilled well yielding 100 GPM. Treatment
at the well consists of chlorination and softening.
There is presently approximately +/- 5500 linear feet of 2-inch main and
+j- 11,250 linear feet of 4-inch main with an additional +/- 3200 linear
feet of 4-inch main proposed for construction.
Water Demands: The population of Cofield, with per capita water demands of
100 gpd, requires approximately 50,000 gallons of water per day. Water usage
is almost all domestic.
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It is expected that per capita usage will increase slightly to 105 gpd
by year 2000. The Average Day Demand should reach 90,000 gpd. The Maximum
Day Demand, at twice Average Day Demand will be 180,000 gpd.
Method of Meeting Water Demands Wells within the Cofield area will provide
system demands without difficulty. Wells should be designed to produce the
Maximum Day Demand over a pumping period of 12 hours, i.e., each well of a two
well system would be designed to pump at +/- 350 GPM to meet these Maximum
Day Demand.
System storage for meeting National Association of Fire Underwriters for
year 2000 population is 240,000 gallons, or based upon nominal tank size, a
250,000 gallon elevated tank. This same minimum requirement of 250,000 gallons
would be true for the 1975 population.
It is expected that Cofield will continue to provide area water needs to
areas within and adjacent to the corporate limits. Those areas outside the
corporate limits would be eligible for county participation in financing when
financial feasibility is shown as required under the Hertford County Water Plan.
Region Q's study titled Water Resources Management recommends connecting
the Cofield-Winton water systems. According to the Moore -Gardner water
feasibility study, this connection will not be performed.
Sewer Services
Cofield has no wastewater collection system or treatment plant. The
residents depend on various on -site methods of wastewater disposal. When a
community obtains a water system, as this one has, there is invariably a
general increase in the use of water. This places new demands on existing
wastewater disposal systems.
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Soil associations in this area are primarily of the Lenoir, Craven, and
Bladen type which are not conducive to the operation of septic tanks and
absorption fields.
The Water Resources Management publication by the Mid -East Region Q
Commission recommends the following action be taken in the future:
The wastewater from Winton and Cofield should be treated at the existing
Winton treatment plant site.
Initial construction in 1975 would include renovation and upgrading of
the existing Winton treatment facility to 0.12 mgd, and the construction
of an outfall, a pump station, and a force main from Cofield to Winton.
The Town of Winton has been designated as a "Section 201" facilities
planning area. It is recommended that the Town of Cofield be included in
the planning area to assure the selection of the cost effective plan for
the entire area. This facilities plan should be initiated as soon as possible.
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TOWN OF COMO
Existing Land Use and Land Development Potential
Como's existing land use is predominantly rural residential clustered
around a sparse commercial core. The residential areas stretch out along
the radial highways leading into town while the commercial areas are located
at the intersection of these radials. (See "Hertford County Existing Land
Use Map").
The Land Classification Map depicts the potential development of this
area as Community. It is anticipated that the Community area will continue to
develop in the same manner, i.e., a cluster of residentaal, commercial and
other land uses at a moderate density not requiring extensive public service
extension.
Water Services
Existing Facilities: The Town of Como does not have a water system, and
depends on groundwater sources provided by each user from private wells
(drilled, dug and drive point).
Water Demands; Water demands for the Town of Como are estimated at
approximately 20,000 gpd Average Day Demand in 1975, increasing to 27,000
gpd by the year 2000. Maximum Day Demand is projected at twice the Average
Day Demand or 40,000 gpd in 1975 increasing to 54,000 gpd by 2000.
Method for Providing Demand; The Town could combine its needs with the
adjacent area to the north at Mill Neck and to NCSR #1320. The project would
be eligible under the Hertford County Water Plan should the area desire a water
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system and economic feasibility be shown by preliminary engineering plans
and report.
According to the regional water resources study prepared for Region Q,
the Town of Como should construct its own two well, pressure tank systems
Sewer Services.
The citizens of Como presently rely on individual on -site methods for
the disposal of wastewater. Soils in the vicinity of Como are comprised of
the Norfolk, Goldsboro, and Lynchburg Associations, and are not conducive
to the use of septic tank filter fields.
The following recommendation is made by the Water Resources'Mana eg moist
study written for the Mid -East Regional Planning Commission:
As can be seen in the cost summary, the most economical plan for
wastewater treatment in the Murfreesboro -Como area is two individual
treatment facilities. However, prior to any wastewater facility
construction it is necessary that a "Section 201 Facilities Plan"
be completed. It is recommended that the facilities plan be
initiated for this area as soon as possible. The planning area
boundary should include both Murfreesboro, Como and the Community
of Bryantsville between the two towns.
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SUMN23RY
A summary of reference material used as sources of data for the Land
Use Plan is listed as follows:
1. Coastal Area Management, A New Look on the Horizon, N. C.
Agricultural Extension Service and N. C. Department of
Natural and Economic Resources.
2. N. C. Commuting Paatterns_,; 1960-1970, Employment Security
Commission, Job Researc enter, March, 1974.
3. Tar Heel Economist, November, 1972.
4. N. C. Department of Agriculture.
5. Change: Agriculture and Economic Trends in North Carolina,
preliminary statistics.
6. Impact ' 76, Hertford 'County,' North Carolina
7. N. C. Department of Natural and Economic Resources, Recreation
Division, General Inventory Summary, March, 1974.
8. State Guidelines for Local Planning in the Coastal Area Under
the Coastal Area Management Act, Coastal Resources Commission.
9. Geology and Ground Water Resources in the Greenville, North
Carolina Area, Philip M. Brown, Geologist, Geological
Survey, U. S. Department of Interior, 1959.
10. U. S. Department of Agriculture, Soil Conservation District,
Raleigh, North Carolina.
11. Wildlife and Land Use Planning With Particular Reference to
Coastal Counties , North Carolina Wildlife Resources
Commission, 1975.
12. A New Geography of North Carolina, Bill Sharpe, 1966.
13. Vital Statistics, 1969, 1971, 1972, 1973, 1974, North
Carolina State Board of Health.
14. County Population Trends, North Carolina 1790-1960,
Carolina Population Center, University of North Carolina
and Statistical Services Center, Budget Division -Department
of Administration, State of North Carolina, 1969.
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15. North Carolina State Government Statistical Abstract,
Statistical Services Section, Office of State Budget,
Department of Administration, 1973.
16. 1970 Census of Population, North Carolina, U. S. Department
of Commerce, 1972.
17. North Carolina Labor Force Estimates, Employment
Security Commission, Raleigh, N. C., 1975.
18. County Commissioners Farm Census Summary, N. C. and
U. S. Department of Agriculture, Crop Reporting Service,
Raleigh, North Carolina.
19. Water Feasibility Study for County of Hertford, North
Carolina, Moore, Gardner & Associates, Inc., 1975.
20. Natural Resources for Today and Tomorrow, Mid -East
Commission, 1975.
21. Water Resoutces.Maria ement, Wm.'F. Freeman Associates
1975.
22. Hertford County, North Carolina, Hertford County
Economic Development Commission, 1968.
23. Hertford County, North Carolina, An Industrial Survey,
Virginia Electric Power Company, 1971.
24. Region Q Multi -County Statistical Data, Mid -East
Commission, 1972.
25. A Guide for Land Use and Development In the Mid -East Region,
Mid -East Commission, 1974.
26. Hertford County Comprehensive Water and Sewer Study,
Rivers and Associates, Inc., 1969.
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HERTFORD COUNTY
Characteristics of Persons Fillina Out Questionnaires:
1.
White 37.5%
Non -White 62.5%
2.
Ages 17-25 3.3%
26-40 55.0%
41-55 32.1%
56+ 6.9%
3.
Live on farm
Yes 17.5%
No 82.5%
4.
Male 61.2%
Female 38.8%
5.
Number in family living at home
1-2 3.7%
3-5 61.0%
6-8 25.3%
9 or more 10.0%
6.
Residence
Ahoskie
24.1%
Within one mile of Ahoskie
10.1%
Murfreesboro
13.1%
One mile of Murfreesboro
5.3%
Harrellsville
5.7%
Winton
5.5%
Como
4.1%
St. Johns Twp.
10.9%
Maneysneck Twp.
1.9%
Murfreesboro Twp.
5.2%
Winton Twp.
3.6%
Ahoskie Twp.
7.8%
Harrellsville Twp.
2.5%
7.
Education
Grade 8 or less
27.6%
High school, incomplete
21.2%
High school, complete
24.5%
Technical school
9.2%
College, incomplete
6.8%
College, complete
10.7%
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8. Income
Under $2,000
2,000 - 3,999
4,000 - 5,999
6,000 - 7,999
8,000 - 9,999
10,000-15,000
Over 15,000
16.1%
14.8%
14.7%
11.6%
9.7%
18.1%
15.0%
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CATEGORIES
A.) LAW ENFORCEMENT
1. Is police protection adequate?
No problem 40.4%
Slight problem 33.3%
Moderate problem 18.6%
Severe problem 7.8%
2.
Are drugs a problem?
No problem
16.1%
Slight problem
25.6%
Moderate problem
26.3%
Severe problem
32.1%
3.
How much money should be
spent
for crime prevention and control?
Spend no funds
5.6%
Spend less funds
5.0%
Spend same funds
29.9%
Spend more funds
59.5%
4.
How much money should be
spent
to control illegal drugs?
Spend no funds
6.0%
Spend less funds
5.9%
Spend same funds
18.6%
Spend more funds
69.5%
5.
How much money should be
spent
to control organized crime?
Spend no funds
6.2%
Spend less funds
4.9%
Spend same funds
34.7%
Spend more funds
54.2%
B.) ENVIRONMENTAL CONSIDERATIONS
1. Is water pollution a problem?
No problem 41.0%
Small problem 32.3%
Moderate problem 15.9%
Severe problem 10.8%
2. Is water and sewer service a problem?
No problem 60.7%
Small problem 15.9%
Moderate problem 8.7%
Severe problem 14.7%
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3. How much money should be spent to prevent water pollution?
Spend no funds 7.1%
Spend less funds 7.2%
Spend same funds 45.5%
Spend more funds 40.3%
4. Industries and large developments should be required to file
environmental impact statements.
Agree 84.3%
Disagree 15.7%
5. A person should be able to use his land in any way he wishes
despite how it affects his neighbors.
Agree 24.8%
Disagree 75.2%
6. Economic development should be considered over environmental
considerations.
Agree 23.5%
Disagree 76.5%
7. Providing jobs should be considered over clean air and water.
Agree 35.4%
Disagree 64.6%
8. Would pay high cost if no pollution.
Agree 64.0%
Disagree 36.0%
9. How would you rate the quality of water and air as a determining
factor to locate in an area or not?
Not important 3.6%
Slight importance 5.0%
Moderate importance 24.7%
Great importance 66.7%
C.) LAND USE PLANNING
1. Is long-range planning a problem?
No problem 38.7%
Slight problem 28.9%
Moderate problem 19.1%
Severe problem 13.3%
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2. How much money should be spent on restrictive zoning?
Spend no funds 10.9%
Spend less funds 14.5%
Spend same funds 52.2%
Spend more funds 22.4%
3. How much should be spent on preserving wildlife areas?
Spend no funds 8.5%
Spend less funds 10.5%
Spend same funds 50.1%
Spend more funds 30.9%
4. There should be controls on mobile homes and mobile home development.
Agree 65.0%
Disagree 35.0%
5. There is danger in rapid development.
Agree 67.0%
Disagree 33.0%
6. There should be controlled, slow growth.
Agree 50.2%
Disagree 49.8%
7. The county should maintain its present population.
Agree 41.9%
Disagree 58.1%
8. The county should plan future development.
Agree 91.3%
Disagree 8.7%
9. How important are shopping centers when moving to an area?
Notimportant 5.4%
Slight importance 12.6%
Moderate importance 44.1%
Great importance 37.8%
10. How important is the size of the population in determining whether
to move to an area?
Not important 8.6%
Slight importance 17.0%,
Moderate importance 49.8%
Great importance 24.6%
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j 11.
What size community do
you prefer to live in or near?
Country
38.1%
Town under 10,000
39.1%
i
City 10,000-50,000
10.9%
50,000-200,000
6.6%
Over 200,000
5.3%
12.
Where would you prefer
your home to be located?
Near downtown
8.3%
In city limits
27.4%
Within 15 minutes of town54.4%
Over 15 minutes away
8.9%
Over 30 minutes away
1.0%
D.) EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES
1..
Are schools adequate?
No problem
51.7%
Slight problem
20.2%
Moderate problem
18.0%
Severe problem
10.1%
2.
Are more vocational education programs needed?
No problem
55.9%
Small problem
25.2%
Moderate problem
13.6%
Severe problem
5.3%
3.
Are libraries adequate?
No problem
66.5%
Small problem
17.9%
Moderate problem
11.8%
Severe problem
3.8%
4.
Are kindergarten programs adequate?
No problem
64.4%
Small problem
18.1%
Moderate problem
13.0%
Severe problem
4.5%
5.
Are adult education programs
adequate?
No problem
54.7%
Small problem
24.2%
Moderate problem
14.2%
Severe problem
7.0%
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6. Are child care centers adequate?
No problem 42.3%
Small problem 25.8%
Moderate problem 19.4%
Severe problem 12.5%
7. How much money should be spent on public kindergartens?
Spend no funds 8.0%
Spend less funds 6.1%
Spend same funds 43.3%
,Spend more funds 42.6%
8. How much should be spent on public education?
Spend no funds 5.2%
Spend less funds 3.7%
Spend same funds 34.0%
Spend more funds 57.1%
9. How much should be spent on community colleges and technical institutes?
Spend no funds 4.1%
Spend less funds 3.0%
Spend same funds 27.0%
Spend more funds 65.9%
10. How much should be spent for special education for retarded and
handicapped?
Spend no funds 3.6%
Spend less funds 2.9%
Spend same, funds 21.4%
Spend more funds 72.1%
11. How much money should be spent for job training for adults?
Spend no funds 4.8%
Spend less funds 4.6%
Spend same funds 31.0%
Spend more funds 59.6%
12. To what extent would the quality of schools determine whether you
moved to an area?
No importance 3.9%
Slight importance 4.8%
Moderate importance 19.0%
Great importance 72.3%
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E.) COMMUNITY FACILITIES
1. Is fire protection adequate?
No problem 49.6%
Small problem 26.0%
Moderate problem 17.7%
Severe problem 6.7%
2. Are water and sewer services a problem?
No problem- 60.7%
Small problem 15.8%
Moderate problem. 8.7%
Severe problem 14.7%
3. Are garbage collection.and disposal a problem?
No problem 53.9%
Small problem 21.9%
Moderate problem 10.4%.
Severe problem 13.7%
4. Is the transportation system a problem?.
No problem 36.5%
Small problem 23.8%
Moderate problem 19.3%
Severe problem 20.4%
5. How much money should be spent on solid waste disposal?
Spend no funds 6.7%
Spend less funds 3.9%
Spend same funds 47.6%
Spend more funds 41.8%
6. How much should be spent on an airport facility?
Spend no funds 14.2%
Spend less funds 11.0%
Spend same funds 41.3%
Spend more funds 33.4%
7. How much should be spent on public transportation?
Spend no funds 8.8%
Spend less funds 7.1%
Spend same funds 38.1%
Spend more funds 46.0%
8. How much should be spent to support libraries and museums?
Spend no funds 6.8%
Spend less funds 7.5%
Spend same funds �8.7%
Spend more funds 37.O%
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9. How much should be spent for a public water system?
Spend no funds 6.0%
Spend less funds 5.2%
Spend same funds 42.2%
Spend more funds 46.5%
F.) RECREATION
1. Are more tourist facilities needed?
No problem 35.7%
Small problem 27.5%
Moderate problem 20.3%
Severe problem 16.5%
2. Are recreation facilities adequate?
No problem 17.8%
Small problem 24.7%
Moderate problem 24.7%
Severe problem 32.8%
3. How much money should be spent to develop tourist attractions?
Spend no funds 11.1%
Spend less funds 9.9%
Spend same funds 42.7%
Spend more funds 36.3%
4. Should more be spent on new land for public parks?
Spend no funds 8.7%
Spend less funds 8.3%
Spend same funds 32.8%
Spend more funds 50.2%
5. How much should be sp nt to develop forests and parks for the public?
Spend no funds 7.6%
Spend less funds 8.3%
Spend same funds 34.8%
Spend more"�funds 49.3%
How much should be.spent to develop public recreation facilities
and programs?
Spend no funds 7.2%
Spend less funds 6.3%
Spend same funds 33.5%
Spend more -funds 53.0%
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7. In choosing a community in which to live, how important would the
availability of recreation facilities be in determining your choice?
No importance 6.7%
Slight importance 17.1%
Moderate importance 38.2%
Great importance 38.1%
G.) INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT AND EMPLOYMENT
1. Are employment opportunities a problem?
No problem 16.5%
Slight problem 25.6%
Moderate problem 23.5%
Severe problem 34.3%
2. Is unemployment a problem?
No problem
14.4%
Small problem
24.6%
Moderate problem
24.6%
Severe problem
36.5%
3. Is industrial development
adequate?
No problem-
23.8%
Slight problem
25.6%
Moderate problem
28.9%
Severe problem
21.7%
4. How much should be spent
on development of new employment?
Spend no funds
4.3%
Spend less funds
4.2%
Spend same funds
23.9%
Spend more funds
67.6%
5. Should more be spent to help fund jobs?
Spend
no funds
7.2%
Spend
less funds
8.4%
Spend
same funds
36.7%
Spend
more funds
47.7%
6. Should more be spent
to develop agriculture production and market?
Spend
no funds
6.6%
Spend
less funds
6.3%
Spend
same funds
43.6%
Spend
more funds
43.5%
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7. Should more be spent for industrial development?
Spend no funds 7.2%
Spend less funds 7.5%
Spend same funds 39.4%
Spend more funds 45.9%
8. There is enough economic development in the county.
Agree 18.4%
Disagree 81.6%
9. More industry will improve the quality of life.
Agree 81.7%
Disagree 18.3%
10. Large developments should be required to file an environmental impact
statement.
Agree 84.3%
Disagree 15.7%
11. Economic development should be -considered over environmental
considerations.
Agree 23.5%
Disagree 76.5%
12. Some industry is not worth the problems they bring.
Agree 73.9%
Disagree 26.1%
13. Jobs should be considered over clean air and water.
Agree 35.4%
Disagree 64.6%
14. I would pay higher cost for goods if it meant
Agree 64.0%
Disagree 36.0%
15. How much would job opportunities influence whether or not you would
move to a community?
Not important 4.0%
Slight importance 11.6%
Moderate importance 19.2%
Great importance 65.2%
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i.) COMMUNITY RESPONSIBILITY AND PRIDE
1. Is government responsiveness adequate?
No problem 35.0%
Slight problem 30.7%
Moderate problem 20.9%
Severe problem 13.3%
2. Is community participation adequate?
No problem 23.4%
Slight problem 29.6%
Moderate problem 25.8%
Severe problem 21.1%
3. Is community pride and spirit adequate?
No problem 30.7%
Slight problem 33.0%
Moderate problem 20.8%
Severe problem 15.5%
4. In choosing a -community in which to live, how important would it be
for the community to be a good place to raise children?
No importance 4.0%
Slight importance 4.2%
Moderate importance 15.9%
Great importance 75.9%
5. In choosing a community in which to live, how important would
friendliness of the community be?
No importance 4.8%
Slight importance 7.6%
Moderate importance 31.0%
Great importance 56.6%
6. In choosing a community in which to live, how important would the
opportunity for a voice in community affairs be?
No importance 8.4%
Slight importance 18.6%
Moderate importance 39.3%
Great importance 33.8%
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7. In choosing a community in which to live, how important would a
variety of clubs and organizations be?
No importance 15.0%
Slight importance 26.0%
Moderate importance 34.8%
Great importance 24.1%
8. If you had the opportunity, how would you feel about moving from
Hertford County?
Never leave 16.7%
Reluctant 56.9%
No difference 10.7%
Happier elsewhere 6.0%
Like to leave 9.6%
I.) MEDICAL FACILITIES
1. Are medical facilities and staff adequate?
No problem . 21.1%
Slight problem 23.2%
Moderate problem 22.7%
Severe problem 33.0%
2. Should more money be spent for health and medical care?
Spend no funds 2.5%
Spend less funds 3.5%
Spend same funds 20.1%
Spend more funds 74.0%
3. In choosing a community in which to live, how important is the
quality of medical facilities in determining your choice?
No importance 2.7%
Slight importance 8.5%
Moderate importance 21.5%
Great importance 67.3%
J.) SOCIAL SERVICES
1. Is assistance to the elderly adequate?
No problem 23.0%
Slight problem 27.9%
Moderate problem 28.7%
Severe problem 20.4%
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2. Is youth counseling service adequate? '
No problem 23.7%
Slight problem 26.2%
Moderate problem 24.4%
Great problem 25.6%
3. Is assistance to the poor adequate?
No problem 20.5%
Slight problem 26.4%
Moderate problem 25.4%
Severe problem 27.8%
4. How much money should be spent for assistance to the old and poor?
Spend no funds 2.5%
Spend less funds 4.1%
Spend same funds 22.8%
Spend more funds 70.6%
5. How much should be spent for retirement benefits?
Spend no funds 4.5%
Spend less funds 4.0%
Spend same funds 28.8%
Spend more funds 62.8%
K.) CULTURAL FACILITIES
1. Are cultural opportunities adequate?
No problem 38.4%
Slight problem 27.5%
Moderate problem
Severe problem 12.8%
2. Should more money be spent for libraries and museums?
Spend no funds 6.8%
Spend less funds 7.5%
Spend same funds 48.7%
Spend more funds 37.0%
3. How much should be spent for the preservation of historic sites?
Spend no funds 11.5%
Spend less funds 12.9%
Spend same funds 42.3%
Spend more funds 33.4%

4. In choosing a community in which to live, how important would the
availability of cultural opportunities be?
No importance- 9.6%
Slight importance -18.8%
Moderate importance 40.8%
Great importance 30.8%
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PROPOSED COUNTY
WATER SYSTEM
Proposed
Facilities and Cost Estimates:
1. Phase I --Immediate Needs (Schedule of
Construction)
l.a
West Murfreesboro (172)*
$
172,000.00
l.b
Millennium (40)
$
50,000.00
l.c
North Ahoskie (139)
$
200,000.00
l.d
Poor Town (124)
$
210,000.00
l.e
Northeast Ahoskie (234)
$
410,000.00
l.f
Union Community (new lines plus
existing indebtedness) (188)
$
175,000.00
l.g
Tunis (63)
$
120,000.00
l.h
Northwest Ahoskie (43)
$
85,000.00
l.j
Southwest Murfreesboro (97)
$
195,000.00
l.k
Mapleton (82)
$
165,000.00
1.1
California (117)
$
250,000.00
l.m
St. Johns (185)
$
405'000.00
l.n
Southeast Ahoskie (208).
$
4652000.00
l.o
East Winton (13)
$
35,000.00
l.p
Barretts Crossroads (new lines
plus transfer of system) (115)
$
50,000.00
Total
Cost Phase I
$
2,987,000.00
FHA
& EDA Grant (25%)
$
746,750.00
State
CWB Grant
S
746.750.00
LOCAL SHARE
or
Industrial Development -Water System
Ext. Capital Improvements Fund
Total Phase I (all local funds)
_____(Total. Potential Users, 1,765)
$ 1,493,500.00
$ 1,500,000.00
$ 1,000,000.00
$ 2,500,000.00
*Actual Potential Users in 1974
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'2. Phase II --Needs to 1990 and Cost Estimates:
2.a St. Johns
2.b Fraziers Crossroads
2.c Union.
2.d Poor Town
2.e Southeast Ahoskie
2.f Northeast Ahoskie
2.g California
2.h Oak Villa
2.j East Winton
2.k South and Southeast Cofield
2.1 Menola
2.m Southwest Murfreesboro
2.n West Murfreesboro
2.o East Murfreesboro
2.p Mapleton
2.q North Murfreesboro
2.r Barretts.Crossroads
2.s Como
2.t Harrellsville
2.0 Newsomes Store
Lloyds Crossroads
2.v Cofield
2.w West Winton
Total Cost, Phase II.
$ 275,000.00
$ 160,000.00
$ 300,000.00
$ 140,000.00
$ 135,000.00
$ 155,000.00
$ 370,000.00
$ 95,000.00
$ 1109000.00
$ 235,000.00
$ 330,000.00
$ 30,000.00
$ 60,000.00
$ 75,000.00
$ 30V000.00
$ 55,000.00
$ 50,000.00
$ 275,000.00
$ 450,000.00
$ 600,000.00
$ 70,000.00
$ 65,000.00
$ 4,065,000.00
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.3. Phase III --Needs to 2000 and Cost Estimates:
3.a St. Johns
3.b Union
3.c Poor Town
3.d Southeast Ahoskie
3.e Northeast Ahoskie
3.f North Ahoskie
3.g California
3.h Oak Villa
3.j East Winton
3.k West Winton
3.1 Tunis--Cofield
3.m Southeast Cofield
3.n Menola
3.o Southwest Murfreesboro
3.p South Murfreesboro
3.q East Murfreesboro
3.r Mapleton
3.s North Murfreesboro
3.t Barretts Crossroads
3.0 Como
3.v Harrellsville
3.w Newsomes Store
Lloyds
Total Project Cost, Phase III
$
85,000.00
$
120,000.00
$
345,000.00
$
25,000.00
$
40,000.00
$
50,000.00
$
65,000.00
$
90,000.00
$
160,000.00
$
230,000.00
$
100*000.00
$
180,000.00
$
125,000.00
$
35,000.00
$
195,000.00
$
10,000.00
$
35,000.00
$
20X0.00
$
85,000.00
$
30,000.00
$
185,000.00
$ 95,000.00
$ 2,305,000.00
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"THIS REPORT WAS FUNDED IN PART BY THE
NATIONAL OCEANIC AND ATMOSPHERIC ADMINISTRATION
THROUGH THE NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF
NATURAL RESOURCES AND COWUNITY DEVELOPMENT."
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B E R T I E C O U N T Y
1
LAND CLASSIFICATION SYSTEM
A Clear Picture Was Drawn:
A tool used to illustrate future goals and objectives is a land
classification map. All property within the County's planning
jurisdiction is catagorized by local governments according to its
intended use in the next ten years.
The N.C. Coastal Resources Commission has reviewed these
classifications to ensure conformance with minimum guidelines
for the system. The coastal county maps, taken together, will be a
major factor in influencing state and federal governmental
decisions and activities which affect land uses in the coastal area.
The Land Classification System provides a guide for public
investment in land. For example, state and local agencies can
anticipate the need for early acquisition of lands and easements
in the Transition class for schools, recreation, transportation and
other public facilities.
The system can also provide a useful framework for budgeting
and planning for the construction of community facilities such as
water and sewer systems, schools, and roads. The resources of
many state and federal agencies, as well as those of the local
government which are used for such facilities, can then be more
efficiently allocated.
In addition, such a system will aid in better coordination of
regulatory policies and decisions. Conservation and Rural
Production lands will help to focus the attention of state and
local agencies, and interests concerned with the valuable natural
resources of the state. On the other hand, lands in the Transition
and Community classes will be of special concern to those
agencies and interests who work for quality higher density
development through local land use controls such as zoning and
subdivision regulations.
Finally, the system can help to provide guidance for a more
equitable distribution of the land tax burden. Private lands
which are in the Rural and Conservation classes should have low
taxes to reflect the policy that few, if any, public services will be
provided to these lands. In contrast, lands in the Transition class
should be taxed to pay for the large cost of new public services
which will be required to support the density of growth
anticipated.
As you review the Land Classification Map, you will notice
each classification flows from the town's jurisdiction in
compliance with the following classification definitions.
Developed
The Developed classification designates all land that has access
to both public water and sewer, educational systems, and road
systems - all of which are able to support the present
population and its accompanying land uses, including com-
mercial, industrial, and institutional. These are areas with a
minimum population of 2,000 people per square mile. In
Hertford County, only Ahoskie and Murfreesboro meet these
criteria.
Transition
The Transition classification designates all land that has either
2,000 people per square mile, and no public water and sewer; or
land that has public water and sewer but does not have 2,000
people per square mile. All land within the corporate limits of
Winton is classified as Transition. In addition, Transition lands
are identified immediately adjacent to the Winton town limits as
well as adjacent to the Ahoskie and Murfreesboro town limits.
Community
The Community classification designates all lands that have
minimum public services, and includes clusters of one or more
land uses. The Community class is mapped at several locations in
Hertford County. These include: Millenium, St. John, Poor
Town, U.S. 13 and S.R. 1419 south of Ahoskie, Union, Menoia,
California, Oak Villa, Cofield, Harrellsville, Como, Barretts
Crossroads, Mapleton, and areas south and east of the
Murfreesboro Planning area.
Rural
The Rural classification includes all lands not included in the
Developed, Transition, Community and Conservation classes.
Only limited public services are expected to be developed in
these areas (access roads, electrical lines, etc.). The majority of
Hertford County's land is classed as Rural.
Conservation
Conservation areas include land which should be maintained
essentially in its natural state and where very limited or no public
services are provided. These lands are fragile and may be easily
destroyed by development. The flood -prone areas and wooded
swamps adjacent to the Chowan, Meherrin, and Wiccacon
Rivers are proposed as Conservation.
V I R G I N I A
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EXISTING LAND USE MAP
1976
LEGEND:
Residential
- Commercial
Industrial
- Government &
Institutional
Cultural,
Entertainment,
& Recreation
E= Vndeveloped
Land