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1954 Map of Pleasant Ridge

Name: 1954 Topographic Map of Pleasant Ridge
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1966
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1966

About this map

Princess Anne serves as the focal point of this coastal Virginia landscape, where the transition from organized farmland to the dense Gum Swamp defines the local geography. The mid-century waterway system is prominent, featuring the Albemarle and Chesapeake Canal and the winding North Landing River, which together form a vital segment of the Intracoastal Waterway. These channels dictate the placement of small landings such as North Landing and Bonney Landing, which provided essential water access for the surrounding rural communities.

Local history and genealogy are anchored by established landmarks like Pleasant Ridge, Dawley Corners, and the evocatively named Land of Promise. The map reveals a network of country institutions including Creeds Sch and Charity Ch, alongside the footprint of the U S Naval Res (Fentress Landing Field). Researchers will find a mix of agricultural plots and tidal wetlands, such as Charity Neck, illustrating the reliance on both land and water in the era before extensive modern development.