2013 Map of Buffalo Ridge

About this map

The James River and its major tributaries define this landscape along the southern edge of Amherst County, where the water cuts through the prominent heights of Buffalo Ridge and Dyestone Ridge. The small settlements of Riverville and Walkers Ford are situated near the riverbanks, marking long-standing points of transit and river-based industry in the region. To the north, the Buffalo River winds through deep valleys, joined by numerous smaller streams like Rocky Cr and Allens Creek. The presence of features such as Wreck Island and Christian Island within the James River channel illustrates the complex hydrology of the Piedmont region. Historical development is visible through a network of local roads and family-named landmarks such as Larkin Mountain and Grandmas Hill Road, providing a clear view of the rural settlement patterns and topographic constraints that have shaped this portion of Virginia.