2016 Map of Aylett

About this map

The Mattaponi River winds through the heart of this coastal plain landscape, serving as the primary geographical anchor for several small communities and historical landings. At the river crossing sits Aylett, a settlement with deep roots in the region's transport and milling history, evidenced by nearby Aylett Mill and Aylett Pond. The terrain is defined by a series of significant wetlands and drainage systems such as Georges Swamp, London Swamp, and Pattie Swamp RD, which highlight the low-lying, water-dominant nature of the tidewater area. Further inland, smaller named locales like Biscoe, Rosespout, and Central Garage dot the map along established road corridors. Historical river features including Walker Bar and Robinson Bar reflect the importance of the Mattaponi's shifting channels to local navigation and property boundaries.