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1897 Map of Amelia

USGS Topo · Published 1946

About this map

The Appomattox River winds through the heart of this late-19th-century landscape, serving as a natural boundary for Amelia, Dinwiddie, and Chesterfield counties. Surveyed by A.M. Walker just before the turn of the century, the map reveals a region defined by its reliance on river crossings and a growing railroad network. Vital transit points like Goode Bridge and Eppes Bridge connect small, dispersed settlements such as Skinquarter and Mattoax. The presence of industrial and agricultural hubs is evident in the cluster of mills and junctions, notably Giles Mill and Mosley Junction, where the Richmond and Danville RR and Farmville and Powhatan RR intersect. This survey illustrates the transition from river-dependent trade to the age of rail, capturing communities like Blackstone and Wellville as they appeared in 1895.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1897
Date Published1946
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:125,000
Physical Dimensions16.96 x 20.85 inches

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Source Details

SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain