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1968 Map of Dunnsville

Name: 1968 Topographic Map of Dunnsville
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1980
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1980

About this map

The Rappahannock River defines the eastern boundary of this Virginia landscape, where maritime commerce and agricultural settlements meet the complex wetlands of the Middle Peninsula. Historical river landings such as Wares Wharf and Bowlers Wharf represent the legacy of the tidewater economy, providing vital transit points for the region. Inland, the terrain is characterized by the winding headwaters of Dragon Run Swamp and Exol Swamp, which cut through the wooded plateaus of Essex and King and Queen counties.

Rural community life is anchored by a network of established houses of worship and education, including Good Hope Ch, Angel Visit Ch, and the Rappahannock District Sch. Small crossroad settlements like Dunnsville, Center Cross, and Ozeana are connected by a system of rural routes, while landmarks such as the Lookout Tower and Essex Millpond offer distinct navigational points for local historians and genealogists tracing family roots in this corner of the Commonwealth.