2013 Map of Glenvar

About this map

Fort Lewis Mountain and the surrounding ridges define the residential and hydrological character of this portion of Roanoke County. In the valley floors, the N Fork Roanoke River and its primary stem, the Roanoke River, are joined by numerous tributaries including Bradshaw Cr and Catawba Cr. The map shows a transition from the more established settlement at Bradshaw in the west to the dense suburban clusters of Glenvar, Jones, and Glenvar East in the east. Modern residential developments such as Grandview Gardens and Talking Leaves sit alongside natural landmarks like Bear Knob and Texas Knob. Notable gaps in the mountain terrain, including Smith Gap and Beckner Gap, have historically channeled movement through this part of the Virginia landscape.