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2019 Map of Runnymede

Name: 2019 Topographic Map of Runnymede
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2019
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2019

About this map

Runnymede and the surrounding rural landscape of the Tidewater region are defined by a complex network of wetland ecosystems and small agrarian settlements. This area, straddling the Surry Co and Isle of Wight Co line, is characterized by numerous named pocosins and swamps, such as Willy Cox Pocosin, Shrub Pocosin, and the extensive Passenger Swamp. These low-lying areas interleave with higher ground where historic community centers like Beachland, Itata, and Pons are established.

Genealogists will find significant value in the distribution of family-named landmarks and resting places, including Moores Swamp Cem, Cypress Cem, and the Mount Moriah Cem near the central crossroads. The map also documents local infrastructure ranging from the Hundreds Bridge over Mill Swamp to small aviation facilities like Beaver Dam Airpark and Wells Airport. The presence of Derrings Mill and junctions such as California Crossroads and Delk Crossroads reflects a long-standing pattern of dispersed colonial-era settlement and local commerce along routes like Colonial Trl E.