1968 Map of Goochland

About this map

The James River carves a sweeping bend through this central Virginia landscape, acting as a natural boundary between Goochland and Powhatan counties. In the late 1960s, the riverside economy was defined by the Chesapeake and Ohio railroad corridor and institutional landmarks like the State Farm for Women and the State Sch for Boys. The county seat at Goochland and the nearby settlement of Maidens serve as focal points for local commerce, while smaller crossroads like Dogtown and Three Square connect the inland agricultural areas. Genealogy researchers will find several well-placed rural houses of worship, including Byrd Ch and Emmaus Ch, alongside family-named watercourses such as Little Lickinghole Creek and Cheneys Creek. The map also details the Michaux Bridge and several schools, including Goochland Central High School, providing a clear view of the area's social and transit infrastructure before modern expansion.