1984 Map of Emporia

About this map

Emporia serves as a central hub in this mid-1980s portrait of Southside Virginia, where the intersection of Interstate 95 and U S Hwy 58 highlights the region's evolving transportation network. The landscape is defined by its numerous watercourses, most notably the Meherrin River and Nottoway River, which meander through a region dotted with historic sites like Fort Christanna near Lawrenceville. To the northwest, the map captures a portion of the Fort Pickett Military Reservation, while the southern edge touches the waters of Lake Gaston at the North Carolina border.