1965 Map of Benns Church

About this map

Pagan River and the James River converge in this Tidewater landscape, where the town of Smithfield stands as a primary hub of settlement. Historically significant structures like St Lukes Ch (Old Brick Ch) and its adjacent St Lukes Cem provide a deep sense of lineage for the region near the junction of Benns Church. The map details a complex network of waterways, including Chuckatuck Creek and Jones Creek, which defined the early colonial transportation routes before the modern infrastructure of the James River Bridge connected these coastal necks. Smaller communities such as Battery Park, Rescue, and Crittenden are shown during a period of transition, with new developments like Trailer Parks appearing alongside traditional sites such as the Campbell Chapel and Macedonia Ch. This record documents the interplay of marshlands like Ballard Marsh with the expanding road network near Carrollton.