1964 Map of Mannboro

About this map

The Appomattox River winds through the heart of this Virginia landscape, defining the county line between Chesterfield and Amelia Counties. The settlement of Mannboro serves as a focal point in the southern reaches, where local social life is grounded in institutions like Amelia Academy, Oak Grove Church, and Branchs Run Church. This 1964 survey reveals a transition in rural infrastructure, showing a prominent pipeline corridor cutting across the wooded drainages and small-scale industry represented by a gravel pit in the north. The map documents traditional crossings such as Bevils Bridge and Goodes Bridge, which have long facilitated movement across the river's frequent bends. Tributaries like Sappony Creek and Deep Creek create a dense network of branches and runs that shape the region's agricultural layout.