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Place Description
Duggs Island

See Bodie Island.

Duharts Creek

rises in central Gaston County and flows SE into South Fork Catawba River.

Duke

See Erwin.

Duke Forest

W Durham and E Orange Counties, consists of a total of 7,020 acres in 5 main units. Est. 1931, it is owned by Duke University and used for demonstration, an experimental forest, and an outdoor laboratory for students in forestry. There are recreational areas and provisions for picnickers, hikers, and horseback riders.

Duke Hall

See Halls.

Duke Power Park

state park in S Iredell County on Lake Norman. Contains 1,328 acres, with 6 mi. of shoreline. Boating, camping, and recreational facilities.

Duke Swamp

rises in N Gates County and flows S to join Raynor Swamp and Harrell Swamp in forming Bennetts Creek.

Duke Township

SE Harnett County. Named for the former community, Duke, now Erwin.

Dukes

community in NW Nash County. Named for Rev. G. W. Duke, local resident.

Dukes Crossroads

community in E Beaufort County.