2019 Map of Morattico

About this map

Rappahannock River dominates this coastal landscape, where the borders of Richmond, Essex, Middlesex, and Lancaster counties meet amidst a network of tidal creeks and swamps. The river's influence is clear in the placement of historic waterfront settlements like Sharps and Morattico, alongside prominent land features such as Butylo Bluff and Tarpley Point. Local transportation and agriculture are represented by private airfields like Folly Neck Airport and Shandy Hall Farm Airport, reflecting a contemporary rural economy that still honors its roots through sites like Milden Cem and Emmanuel Cem. The intricate hydrology of the Northern Neck is mapped in detail, showing how Morattico Swamp and Myrtle Swamp feed into the larger river system. This survey provides a clear view of the area's transition from agricultural hinterlands at Simons Corner and Tidewater to the fishing and boating hubs along McKans Bay.