2019 Map of Fort Defiance

About this map

Fort Defiance and the surrounding rural communities of Augusta County are documented in this 2019 survey, showcasing a landscape defined by the winding course of the Middle River and numerous local tributaries. The map reveals a dense network of country roads such as Fort Defiance Rd and Battlefield Rd, connecting long-standing settlements like Knightly, Piedmont, and New Hope. Genealogists will find particular value in the clearly marked burial grounds, including Belmont Cem, Saint Paul Cem, and Hildebrand Cem. The terrain is characterized by distinctive elevations like Round Hill and Kennedy Ridge, while names like Poor Farm Draft and Coleytown Run offer insight into the local geographic nomenclature. The settlement pattern remains largely dispersed, reflecting the area's agricultural roots as small clusters like Hermitage and Madrid sit at various crossroads.