2016 Map of Accomac

About this map

Onancock and Accomac anchor this Eastern Shore landscape, illustrating the proximity of historical harbors to inland county seats. The terrain is defined by the branching tidal creeks of the Atlantic Ocean, with Burtons Bay and the Great Channel shaping the eastern shoreline. Between these waters and the Chesapeake drainage to the west, a network of small settlements like Tasley, Onley, and Melfa follows the central transportation corridor. Local history is deeply etched into the land through numerous small burial grounds, including the Allen Family Cem and Edge Hill Cem. The presence of Onley Airport and Johnson Field highlights the role of aviation in this maritime-agricultural region. The map also reveals how water features like Custis Cr and Finney Cr create natural boundaries between named necks of land such as Baylys Neck and Custis Neck.