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1943 Map of Dabneys

USGS Topo · Published 1961

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The South Anna River snakes through this rural landscape of central Virginia, defining the borders of Louisa, Hanover, and Goochland counties during the early 1940s. Small community hubs like Dabneys and Shelfar anchor a network of dirt and light-duty roads, while the area is notably dense with country churches such as Salem Ch and Mt Hope Ch. These landmarks, along with institutions like the Mt Zion Sch, indicate a well-established but decentralized agrarian society where social life revolved around local congregations and crossroads. Local geography is shaped by numerous tributaries including Taylor Creek and Locust Creek, which feed into the primary river valley. The presence of smaller settlements like Inez, Dongola, and Vontay provides a detailed view of family-named locales that were vital to the county's identity before the expansion of modern highways.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1943
Date Published1961
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24,000
Physical Dimensions22.1 x 26.8 inches

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SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain