2010 Map of Drewryville

About this map

Drewryville and the nearby settlement of Arringdale anchor this coastal plain landscape, characterized by an intricate network of wetlands and creeks. The hydrology is dominated by named swamps such as Applewhite Swamp, Smith Swamp, and Bellyache Swamp, which drain into larger arteries like Three Creek and the Meherrin River along the southern border. This terrain shaped the local development, with early roads like Rivers Mill Rd and Fortsville Rd navigating between the low-lying reaches of Poplar Swamp and Flat Swamp. Local history and infrastructure are represented by features like the Pleasant Plain Memorial Cemetery and the Southampton Correctional Center Airport in the northeast. The presence of Claud Dam and Rivers Pond further illustrates the management of these water resources in a region where the damp environment and rural road networks define the pattern of Southside Virginia life.