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2011 Map of Rileyville

Name: 2011 Topographic Map of Rileyville
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2011
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2011

About this map

The North Fork Shenandoah River and South Fork Shenandoah River carve their paths through the terrain near the small settlement of Rileyville. This survey illustrates a landscape defined by river landings and gap crossings, reflecting a historical reliance on the water for both transport and industry. Notable river access points like Fosters Landing, Goods Landing, and Seak Ford Landing are clearly marked, while Goods Mill suggests the area's agricultural and industrial heritage.

The central portion of the map is dominated by a series of prominent gaps and peaks, including Habron Gap, Golladays Gap, and Opechee Peak. These natural breaks in the ridges dictated the movement of travelers and the placement of communities such as Seven Fountains and Detrick. Genealogists will find value in the documentation of several local burial grounds, including Munch Cemetery and Riverview Cemetery, which anchor the histories of the families who settled this part of the valley.