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1977 Map of Deep Creek, 1986 Print
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1977 Map of Deep Creek

USGS Topo · Published 1986

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The Great Dismal Swamp National Wildlife Refuge dominates the western portion of this landscape, its boundary defined by a series of straight-line drainage features like Rosemary Ditch and Northeast Ditch. The transition from the dense swamp to the agricultural and suburbanizing areas of Chesapeake reveals a mid-century community in flux. Significant transportation corridors, including the George Washington Canal (Intracoastal Waterway) and the Norfolk and Western Railroad, support the region's movement of goods. Along the Southern Branch Elizabeth River, sites like Bells Mill and Camp Young indicate historical industry and gathering places. Local life is centered around institutions such as Faith Hope and Charity No 2 Ch and Tidewater Community College, while the Chesapeake Municipal Airport marks the era's infrastructure development.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1977
Date Published1986
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24,000
Physical Dimensions21.9 x 27.7 inches

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SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain