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1967 Map of Prospect, 1972 Print
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1967 Map of Prospect

USGS Topo · Published 1972

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Norfolk and Western tracks bisect this central Virginia landscape, connecting the rural communities of Prospect and Elam during the late 1960s. The terrain is defined by a dense network of drainage, where Vaughans Creek and Plum Creek flow north toward the Appomattox River, which serves as the county boundary with Buckingham. This area reflects a deep-rooted rural social fabric, evidenced by numerous small congregations such as St James Ch, Olive Branch Ch, and Sulphur Spring Ch. Historical river crossings like Beazley Ford and Venables Bridge indicate older transportation patterns that predated the modern road network. To the south, Allens Mill and Grand View Lake highlight the importance of local water resources and early industry in Prince Edward County.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1967
Date Published1972
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24,000
Physical Dimensions22.1 x 27 inches

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SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain