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1968 Map of Arvonia

Name: 1968 Topographic Map of Arvonia
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1987
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1987

About this map

The James River corridor defines this Virginia landscape, where industrial sites and historic estates meet along the border of Fluvanna and Buckingham counties. The map documents the mid-century intersection of river commerce and rail transport, featuring the C&O and CSX lines threading through the valley. Significant architectural landmarks are noted, including the Upper Bremo Mansion and Lower Bremo Mansion near Bremo Bluff, situated near a large modern Powerplant.

Further south, the community of Arvonia serves as a hub for local industry, indicated by a prominent Quarry. The surrounding countryside is dotted with small settlements such as New Canton and Gilliamsville, alongside numerous rural institutions like Arvon Ch, Zion Grove Ch, and Carver Sch. Topographic details trace the winding paths of Hunts Creek and Holman Creek, while family-named sites like Bettie Cem and Chestnut Grove Cem offer valuable points of interest for those researching local lineage.