2013 Map of Dutch Gap

About this map

Varina and its surrounding communities sit at a historic bend of the James River, where the landscape is defined by the deep indentations of the Jones Neck and Hatcher Island. This 2013 survey illustrates the complex intersection of colonial-era heritage and modern infrastructure, featuring the sprawling grounds of the Richmond International Airport and the strategic Fort Lee in the northern reaches. The area's significant past is etched into the terrain at Malvern Hill Battlefield and through riverfront landmarks like Curles Neck Mansion Wharf and Deep Bottom Landing. Modern residential developments such as Varina Meadows and Williamson Farms are woven between historic swamp lands and creek beds. The map details the drainage patterns of White Oak Swamp Cr and Fourmile Creek, providing a comprehensive look at how the region's wetland geography has influenced settlement patterns and land use from the James River up toward Turner Woods.