2013 Map of Fine Creek Mills

About this map

The James River defines the northern reaches of this landscape near Lee, where historical mill sites and modern developments meet. This area, centered on the settlement of Fine Creek Mills, reveals a transition from the river-based industry of the past to a residential and agricultural patchwork. Local commerce and land use are anchored by water features such as Krouses Mill and Byers Millpond, while aviation history is represented by the Spring Valley Airport. To the south, the Anderson Hwy corridor connects established communities like Flat Rock and Lilburn, showing the evolution of local transit routes away from the river toward regional highways. Genealogists and historians can trace numerous family-named landmarks and water bodies, including Upper Byers Lake and Lake Shawnee, which reflect the long-standing importance of water management for both power and recreation in this part of Goochland County.