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2010 Map of Forksville

Name: 2010 Topographic Map of Forksville
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2010
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2010

About this map

The Meherrin River flows across the southern portion of this landscape, its path marked by infrastructure such as the Union Mill Bridge and Dix Bridge. The terrain north of the river is defined by an intricate network of waterways, including Stony Creek, Broad Branch, and Bold Branch, which carved the drainages that shaped early settlement patterns. Small communities and historical junctions like Lochleven, Gills Corner, and Bacons Fork are scattered throughout the region, reflecting a rural Virginia economy centered on crossroad hamlets and milling sites.

Family history is deeply rooted in this area, evidenced by numerous small burial grounds and landmarks like Stones Mill. Genealogists may find value in the placement of the McDaniel Cemetery, Neblett Cemetery, and Hite Cemetery, alongside larger sites such as Crestview Memorial Park and Providence Cemetery. To the south, near the modern road corridor, Forksville serves as a local anchor point, while several creek crossings like the Hawthorne High Bridge emphasize the enduring importance of river navigation and transport in the county.