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1949 Map of Occupacia, 1961 Print
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1949 Map of Occupacia

USGS Topo · Published 1961

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The Rappahannock River defines the northeastern boundary of this landscape, where the colonial-era heritage of Essex County is visible through its historic landmarks and rural crossroads. The area is characterized by several water bodies, including Hunters Millpond, Taliaferro Pond, and Baylors Pond, reflecting a landscape managed for local industry and agriculture. Notable ecclesiastical sites such as Vauters Ch, Mt Salem Ch, and Bethlehem Ch are distributed among the dispersed settlements, serving as anchors for the communities of Loretto, Iraville, and Hustle. The topographical transition from the river lowlands to the more dissected interior is marked by Black Water Swamp and Occupacia Creek, illustrating the natural drainage patterns that have historically shaped land use and property boundaries in this part of Virginia.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1949
Date Published1961
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24,000
Physical Dimensions22 x 27 inches

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SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain