2016 Map of Augusta

About this map

Augusta and Shanks sit within a landscape defined by the branching tributaries of the Little Cacapon River in this modern Hampshire County survey. The terrain is marked by prominent elevations like S Branch Mtn and Stony Mtn, creating deep valleys such as Trinton Hollow and Bell Hollow. Settlement patterns follow the winding paths of county routes and rural drives, with significant local history anchored by Ebenezer Cem, Bethel Cem, and the Methodist Church Cem near the town center. The presence of Barnes Mill on the river's edge suggests a legacy of water-powered industry, while the Lost Mountain Airport represents more recent logistical infrastructure. Rare features like the Everett Fruit Farm Spring indicate the area's agricultural heritage, specifically its ties to the region's orchard economy, while landmarks like Quiveys Lookout and Chestnut Oak Ridge provide specific topographical reference points for genealogists tracing family land tracts.