2016 Map of Savedge

About this map

Burrowsville serves as a central hub in this Tidewater landscape where the boundaries of Prince George and Surry counties meet. The area is defined by its intricate drainage systems, where Wards Creek and Upper Chippokes Creek carve through the coastal plain toward the James River. Local history is anchored by sites like the Lone Oak Mill and the Brandon Cem, reflecting a long-standing rural economy rooted in milling and agriculture. Numerous millponds and swamps, including Low Point Millpond, Avery Millpond, and the broad reaches of Cypress Swamp, illustrate how water management has shaped land use and property lines over generations. Smaller settlements like Savedge and Barham are connected by a network of named country roads such as Fort Powhatan Rd and Wards Creek Rd, which follow the natural contours of the low-lying terrain.