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Place Description
Elder Branch

rises in central Duplin County and flows SE into Maxwell Creek.
Eldora Township

E central Surry County.
Eldorado

community in NW Montgomery County served by post office, 1875-1953. Earlier known as Tan Yard. Formerly a center of gold mines of varying productivity. Named for a legendary South American king who owned much gold. A post office in the late nineteenth century. Now a residential community.
Eldorado Township

NW Montgomery County.
Eleanors Crossroads

community in central Gates County.
Elease

community in S Cumberland County.
Eleazer

community in SW Randolph County on Uwharrie River. Served by post office, 1883-1933.
Elerbe

community in SW Granville County.
Elevation Township

SW Johnston County. Named for the fact that it is in a hilly section of the county.
Elf

community in S Clay County on Chatuge Lake.