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1984 Map of Richmond

Name: 1984 Topographic Map of Richmond
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1986
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1986

About this map

The James River and the Chickahominy River anchor this 1980s planimetric survey, which illustrates the extensive regional growth surrounding Richmond. The urban core is marked by civic and historical landmarks such as the State Capitol and the State Penitentiary, while the expanding suburbs reach north toward Ashland and west toward Midlothian. Academic institutions like Randolph-Macon College and the University of Richmond are clearly situated within their local contexts.

Transportation corridors define the landscape, featuring a dense network of major interstates like Interstate 95 alongside historical rail lines including the Richmond Fredericksburg and Potomac RR. To the east, the Richmond Nat Battlefield Park and Fort Lee signify the area's military importance. Rural outposts like Goochland, Powhatan, and Montpelier contrast with the dense infrastructure of the city center, providing a clear view of Central Virginia's development during this era.