2019 Map of Chuckatuck

About this map

Chuckatuck Creek and the Nansemond River define the watery geography of this Virginia coastal landscape, where established settlements like Chuckatuck and Driver sit amidst a complex network of marshes and inlets. The map illustrates a region transitioning from rural landholdings to more structured residential developments, seen in communities such as Palmyra and Sadler Heights. The presence of large water bodies like the Western Branch Reservoir and Godwins Millpond underscores the importance of water management and heritage industries in this corner of Suffolk. Local history is anchored by several long-standing landmarks, including Benns Church and several burial sites like Little Zion Cem and Canaan Cem. From the reaches of the Great Dismal Swamp to the riverfront at Glebe Point, the map provides a look at the enduring environmental features that have shaped development near the Nansemond Shores.