2030 Comprehensive Land Use Plan - Pitt County Government

Critical Natural Areas (Map A-8)There are thirteen tracts designated as critical natural areas within Pitt County. These areaswere identified and mapped by the NC Department of Environment and Natural Resourcesunder the Natural Heritage Program. Areas identified under this program are consideredecologically significant natural communities or are habitat for rare species.• Belvoir Carolina Bays and Flats• Bethel/Grindle Hardwood Flats (2 sites)• Chicod Creek Swamp and Slopes• Harris Mill Run Slopes (Greenville)• Haw Creek Meanders• Jolly Old Field Natural Area• Lower Tar River Marshes and Swamp• Otter Creek Natural Area• Tar River Banks Farm Slopes• Tar River Floodplain• Voice of America Site B• Voice of America Site C2030 Comprehensive Land Use Plan Appendix A: Inventory and AnalysisPitt County, North Carolina A-88