2016 Map of Jarratt

About this map

The Nottoway River serves as the natural boundary between Sussex and Greensville counties, anchoring a landscape defined by extensive wetlands and swamp drainage systems. Near the town of Jarratt, the terrain is heavily marked by these hydrologic features, including Harris Swamp, Chetoteric Swamp, and Flat Swamp. This 2016 survey illustrates the persistent rural character of the region, where family legacies are preserved in sites such as the Grigg Family Cem and the Jerusalem Cem. Local industry and navigation are hinted at by place names like Harrells Mill and Little Mill, alongside scattered settlements like Owens and Henry. The presence of several distinct burial grounds, including High Hills Cem and Hassidiah Cem, provides valuable points of reference for genealogical research in this part of southern Virginia.