2016 Map of Creeds

About this map

The North Landing River and the Intracoastal Waterway define the aquatic character of this coastal borderland, where the southern reaches of Virginia meet North Carolina. Small residential hubs like Blackwater, Creeds, and Vine are situated on higher ground among a landscape of intricate marshlands and creek systems. The transition from terrestrial to maritime life is evident at Munden Point and the southern Tull Bay area, where the Northwest River flows toward the coast. Historical continuity is marked by local landmarks like Oak Grove Cem and Blackwater Cem, while family-named roads like Williams Farm Rd and Morris Neck Rd grid the remaining agricultural and wooded tracts. The presence of Buck Island Pond and Nellie Bell Ponds highlights the unique hydrography of this low-lying region.