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2011 Map of Lake Drummond

Name: 2011 Topographic Map of Lake Drummond
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2011
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2011

About this map

Lake Drummond and its intricate network of engineered waterways dominate this corner of the Great Dismal Swamp. The landscape is defined by a rigid grid of drainage and transport canals, reflecting a long history of hydrology management. Key arteries like the Dismal Swamp Canal and South Martha Washington Ditch run parallel to the modern corridor of Route 17, while the Feeder Ditch connects the lake to the primary canal system near the Lake Drummond Dam.

Small settlements and historical outposts are scattered along these water routes, including Wallaceton, Arbuckle Landing, and Jacks Camp. The names of the various ditches—such as Kim Saunders Ditch, Riddick Ditch, and Corapeake Ditch—point to the families and local interests that shaped this reclaimed terrain. This map captures the region before any further 21st-century environmental shifts, providing a clear record of the area's specialized geography.