1969 Map of Chester

About this map

The settlement of Chester serves as the central hub of this 1969 survey, illustrating the suburban evolution of Chesterfield County as Interstate development began to reshape the landscape between Richmond and Petersburg. The map captures a moment of institutional growth, evidenced by the presence of John Tyler College and several educational facilities like Carver High Sch and Dale High Sch. To the east, the historic reach of the James River and its Old Channel define the terrain near Dutch Gap, while the northern portion includes a section of the Richmond National Battlefield Park. The southern boundary reveals the industrial and municipal expansion of Colonial Heights near the confluence of Swift Creek and the Appomattox River. Local genealogy and history are preserved through numerous landmarks, including St Johns Ch, Zion Ch, and the extensive Sunset Memorial Park Cemetery, providing a detailed record of the community's mid-century religious and social foundations.