2019 Map of Cauthornville

About this map

The rural boundary between Essex, Caroline, and King and Queen Counties is defined by a landscape of extensive wetlands and small crossroad settlements. Beazley and Indian Neck anchor the central portion of this region, where the headwaters of Hoskins Cr and Chapel Cr begin their descent through the coastal plain. In the southern reaches, Cauthornville and Owenton sit amidst a network of drainage systems including Rickenaw Cr and the waters of Garnett Millpond. This map illustrates the persistence of traditional land patterns, where local life remains oriented around winding road networks like Indian Neck Rd and Lloyds Rd. The northern corner near Elevon features the Upper Essex Cem, a significant point for genealogical research. Throughout the terrain, named wetlands such as King and Queen Swamp and Root Swamp dominate the low-lying areas, highlighting the complex hydrology that historically shaped local agriculture and transportation.