2000s (21st Century) Maps of Northampton County, Virginia

1. 2011 Map of East of New Point Comfort, 2011 Print

   

   2011 East of New Point Comfort

   2011 Print · USGS

   Chesapeake Bay waters east of the peninsula appear here in the early twenty-first century, showing the vast maritime expanse near the mouth of the York River. Mariners and researchers can trace the vital York Spit Channel as it cuts through the Chesapeake Bay.

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4. 2011 Map of Exmore, 2011 Print

   

   2011 Exmore

   2011 Print · USGS

   The Virginia Eastern Shore is captured here in the early twenty-first century, showing the intricate balance between agricultural hamlets and the tidal waters of Upshur Bay. Researchers can trace local lineage through sites like the Belle Haven Cemetery or old maritime landings at Willis Wharf and Miles Wharf.

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7. 2011 Map of Nassawadox, 2011 Print

   

   2011 Nassawadox

   2011 Print · USGS

   Coastal life in Northampton County during the early 2000s is centered around the small settlements and post offices of the Virginia Eastern Shore. Genealogists and local historians can trace family locations near Nassawadox, Weirwood, and the tidal waters of Hog Island Bay.

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10. 2011 Map of Cheriton, 2011 Print

    

    2011 Cheriton

    2011 Print · USGS

    Northampton County’s Eastern Shore is captured here in the early twenty-first century as it spans the peninsula from the Chesapeake Bay to the Atlantic marshes. Researchers can trace local lineage through small settlements like Culls and Simpkins or visit established sites like Eastville and the Oyster Post Office.

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13. 2011 Map of Townsend, 2011 Print

    

    2011 Townsend

    2011 Print · USGS

    The southern tip of the Delmarva Peninsula comes alive in this survey, showing a landscape defined by maritime landings and rural settlements. Trace local history through Townsend Post Office, the maritime hubs at Hunts Wharf, and the coastal reach of Smith Island.

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16. 2011 Map of Franktown, 2011 Print

    

    2011 Franktown

    2011 Print · USGS

    Coastal Northampton County is captured here in the early twenty-first century, showing the intricate tidal necks and traditional villages of the Eastern Shore. Genealogists and local historians can trace family locations near Franktown, Bridgetown, and landmarks like Taylor Wharf or The Saltworks.

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19. 2011 Map of Jamesville, 2011 Print

    

    2011 Jamesville

    2011 Print · USGS

    Coastal Virginia's Eastern Shore transitions from maritime wharf culture to modern residential shores in the early twenty-first century. Researchers can trace historical waterfront sites like Davis Wharf, Old Neck Landing, and the Jamesville Post Office.

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22. 2011 Map of Cape Charles, 2011 Print

    

    2011 Cape Charles

    2011 Print · USGS

    The southern tip of the Eastern Shore comes into focus in the early twenty-first century, centered on the harbor of Cape Charles. Researchers can trace the coastal layout of Savage Neck, find the Cape Charles Post Office, or locate markers like the Cherrystone Bar Light.

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25. 2011 Map of Elliotts Creek, 2011 Print

    

    2011 Elliotts Creek

    2011 Print · USGS

    The Delmarva Peninsula's shoreline near Cape Charles is captured here in the early twenty-first century as a series of coastal enclaves. Genealogists and local researchers can trace family lands near Old Plantation Creek, Arlington, and Elliotts Creek.

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28. 2011 Map of Quinby Inlet, 2011 Print

    

    2011 Quinby Inlet

    2011 Print · USGS

    The barrier islands of Northampton County are captured here in the early twenty-first century as they face the open ocean. Trace the layout of Broadwater on Hog Island and locate coastal landmarks like the Hog Island Light and Quinby Inlet.

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31. 2011 Map of Cobb Island, 2011 Print

    

    2011 Cobb Island

    2011 Print · USGS

    The barrier islands of the Virginia Eastern Shore are captured in this coastal survey from the early twenty-first century. Maritime researchers can trace the shifting boundaries of Cobb Island and Wreck Island or locate tidal passages like Man and Boy Channel.

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34. 2011 Map of Ship Shoal Inlet, 2011 Print

    

    2011 Ship Shoal Inlet

    2011 Print · USGS

    The Virginia barrier islands and their tidal inlets are captured here in the early twenty-first century. Researchers can trace the shifting shorelines of Smith Island and Myrtle Island or follow the deep-water paths of Black Rock Channel and Ship Shoal Inlet.

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37. 2011 Map of Great Machipongo Inlet, 2011 Print

    

    2011 Great Machipongo Inlet

    2011 Print · USGS

    The barrier islands of Northampton County are captured here during a period of ongoing coastal transformation in the early twenty-first century. Researchers can trace the shifting sands and navigable waters between Hog Island and Cobb Island, as well as the deep Rowes Hole Channel.

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40. 2011 Map of Bethel Beach, 2011 Print

    

    2011 Bethel Beach

    2011 Print · USGS

    The open waters of the Chesapeake Bay dominate this coastal survey from the early twenty-first century. Maritime historians can pinpoint the exact location of the Wolf Trap Lighthouse and trace the fragile shoreline of Bethel Beach.

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43. 2011 Map of Fishermans Island, 2011 Print

    

    2011 Fishermans Island

    2011 Print · USGS

    The tip of the Delmarva Peninsula meets the sea in this early twenty-first-century survey of Virginia's coastal threshold. Maritime researchers can trace the navigational landmarks of Smith Island, the Cape Charles Lighthouse, and the crossing at Fishermans Inlet Bridge.

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46. 2013 Map of Cobb Island, 2013 Print

    

    2013 Cobb Island

    2013 Print · USGS

    Coastal Northampton County is captured here in the early twenty-first century, showing the fluid barrier islands and tidal marshes of the Eastern Shore. Maritime researchers can trace the intricate channels and inlets including Sand Shoal Inlet, Wreck Island, and Eckichy Channel.

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49. 2013 Map of Great Machipongo Inlet, 2013 Print

    

    2013 Great Machipongo Inlet

    2013 Print · USGS

    Virginia's Eastern Shore barrier islands are captured in this maritime survey from the early 2010s. Maritime researchers and historians can trace the tidal passages of Great Machipongo Inlet and the southern reach of Cobb Island.

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52. 2013 Map of Cheriton, 2013 Print

    

    2013 Cheriton

    2013 Print · USGS

    Northampton County's peninsula is shown in the early twenty-first century, caught between the Chesapeake Bay and the Atlantic marshes. Researchers can trace the layout of seaside villages and landings like Oyster, Kings Creek Landing, and the hub at Cheriton.

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55. 2013 Map of Nassawadox, 2013 Print

    

    2013 Nassawadox

    2013 Print · USGS

    The Eastern Shore of Virginia comes into focus here in the early twenty-first century, showing the transition from inland hamlets to coastal marshes. Genealogists and researchers can locate family sites near Nassawadox, Little Johnsontown, and Webbs Island.

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58. 2013 Map of Quinby Inlet, 2013 Print

    

    2013 Quinby Inlet

    2013 Print · USGS

    The barrier islands of the Virginia coast appear in this 2010s survey of the shifting sands and marshes near Broadwater. Maritime historians and researchers can trace tidal waterways like The Straits and locate landmarks such as the Hog Island Light.

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61. 2013 Map of Townsend, 2013 Print

    

    2013 Townsend

    2013 Print · USGS

    The southern tip of the Delmarva Peninsula comes to life in this study of coastal Northampton County. Researchers can trace the legacy of maritime trade and family farms through landmarks like Arlington Wharf, the rail siding at Latimer Siding, and historic settlements such as Cheapside and Townsend.

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64. 2013 Map of Franktown, 2013 Print

    

    2013 Franktown

    2013 Print · USGS

    Northampton County's peninsula communities and tidal necks are documented here in the early twenty-first century. Researchers can trace landownership and local history through family-named landmarks like Bayleys Neck Farm, Taylor Wharf, and the site of The Saltworks.

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67. 2013 Map of Fishermans Island, 2013 Print

    

    2013 Fishermans Island

    2013 Print · USGS

    The southern tip of the Delmarva Peninsula comes into focus in this early twenty-first-century survey of Virginia's barrier islands. Trace the path of the Lankford Hwy across Wise Point and locate maritime landmarks like the Cape Charles Lighthouse.

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70. 2013 Map of Ship Shoal Inlet, 2013 Print

    

    2013 Ship Shoal Inlet

    2013 Print · USGS

    The Virginia Eastern Shore is captured here in the early twenty-first century, showing the fragile barrier island system of Northampton County. Maritime researchers and genealogists can trace the shifting sands and tidal reaches of Ship Shoal Island, Mockhorn Island, and Smith Island.

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73. 2013 Map of Jamesville, 2013 Print

    

    2013 Jamesville

    2013 Print · USGS

    The Virginia Eastern Shore is captured here in the early twenty-first century, showing a landscape shaped by tidal creeks and historic landings. Researchers can trace the coastal geography of Jamesville and Davis Wharf or locate family sites near Craddock Neck.

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