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1965 Map of Benns Church

Name: 1965 Topographic Map of Benns Church
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1992
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1992

About this map

St Lukes Ch (Old Brick Ch) stands as a focal point of this mid-1960s landscape, positioned near the intersection of major local routes in Benns Church. The area is defined by its complex shoreline where the James River meets numerous tidal tributaries, including the Pagan River and Chuckatuck Creek. Coastal settlements like Smithfield and Rescue are depicted alongside inland communities such as Carrollton and Muddy Cross, showing a transition from maritime activity to rural agricultural land.

Infrastructure of the era is well-documented, from the James River Bridge to the network of smaller crossings like Fulgham Bridge and Titus Bridge. Local religious and social life is evidenced by numerous landmarks, including Rising Star Ch, Macedonia Ch, and the Battery Park Cem. The map also captures industrial elements like a Sand and Gravel Pit and the emerging presence of several Trailer Parks, reflecting the residential growth patterns of the mid-20th century.