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2010 Map of Arcola

Name: 2010 Topographic Map of Arcola
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2010
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2010

About this map

Brambleton and South Riding anchor a landscape undergoing significant residential transition at the opening of the 21st century. While large planned communities dominate the eastern edge of the quadrangle, the western and central portions retain a network of older settlements and landmarks. Historic family burial grounds like Mount Zion Cemetery, Allen Cemetery, and Ish Family Cemetery are preserved amidst newer developments and farm properties.

Water plays a central role in the topography, with Broad Run and the large Beaverdam Reservoir providing substantial hydrologic features. The area's infrastructure reflects its proximity to northern Virginia commerce, shown by the Arcola Post Office and local airfields like Glascock Airport and Smith Airport. Traces of the region's diverse institutional history are also present, including State Prison Camp Number 26 located near Black Branch.