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1973 Map of Charlottesville West

Name: 1973 Topographic Map of Charlottesville West
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1987
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1987

About this map

The grounds of the Univ of Virginia and the western expansion of Charlottesville anchor this 1970s study, showcasing a landscape where academic history meets suburban development. The eastern edge of the map is dense with landmarks like Scott Stadium and the McCormick Observatory, while the western terrain is defined by the prominent Ragged Mountains and the winding course of the Mechums River.

Suburban growth is visible through residential developments like Ednam Forest and Hessian Hills, which sit alongside established institutions such as the Farmington Country Club. Transportation networks, including the Southern railroad and several highway interchanges, illustrate the region's connectivity. Smaller, older communities such as Millington and Owenstille provide a counterpoint to the more modern developments, while the Fk Rivanna R Reservoir indicates the critical infrastructure supporting this growing Virginia hub.