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2022 Map of Rollins Fork

Name: 2022 Topographic Map of Rollins Fork
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2022
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2022

About this map

The Rappahannock River dictates the landscape of this coastal plain region, where the borders of King George, Westmoreland, Essex, and Caroline counties meet. The river's winding path creates dramatic geographic features such as Devils Elbow, Horse Head Point, and the wide waters of Portobago Bay and Green Bay. Inland, the terrain is defined by low ridges like Round Hill and numerous creek systems, including Kings Mill Cr and Jetts Cr, which historically influenced settlement patterns and local agricultural boundaries.

Small rural communities and family-named landmarks are scattered throughout the interior, notably around Rollins Fork and the crossroads of Oak Grove. For those tracing local heritage, the map identifies several significant sites such as Shiloh Baptist Church Cem, Grace Cem, and the enclave of Nash Town. The road network, including names like Bristol Mine Rd, hints at the area's historical industries and the longstanding connection between these upland settlements and the vital riverfront at Nanzatico Bar.